SKF Suspension Ball Joint

Sealed ball joint for lower control arms in trucks, enabling pivot motion. Classifies as other under HTS 8708.80.65.90.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+50.0%52.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8483.60.40Lower: 37.8% vs 52.5%

If general clutch couplings

Plain ball joints without vehicle housing classify as transmission clutches.

8708.99.23Lower: 25% vs 52.5%

If steering tie rod ends

Ball joints for steering linkages have separate provisions.

8431.20.00Lower: 35% vs 52.5%

If construction machinery parts

Heavy equipment ball joints go to Chapter 84.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide articulation angle specs (e.g

25°) for suspension pivot confirmation

Include grease fitting details and press-fit dimensions

Declare as 'loaded' joints to differentiate from plain mechanical ones