Monroe Gas-Magnum Shock Absorber

The Monroe Gas-Magnum is a heavy-duty shock absorber designed for trucks and SUVs, featuring a gas-charged design to reduce fluid foaming and improve ride control. It falls under HTS 8708.80.65 as a part of motor vehicle suspension systems for vehicles in headings 8701 to 8705. This classification applies to replacement shock absorbers not specified elsewhere in the suspension parts subheading.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8708.80Same rate: 52.5%

If incorporating polyurethane components

Parts with polyurethane suspension components are classified separately under 8708.80.30.

8413.91.90Lower: 35% vs 52.5%

If sold as hydraulic shock pump

Hydraulic pumps for fluids, even if used in shocks, may fall under Chapter 84 machinery pumps.

8708.99.81Lower: 37.5% vs 52.5%

If for aftermarket use on vehicles outside headings 8701-8705

Parts for other motor vehicles like motorcycles shift to 8708.99.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify compatibility with specific vehicle models in headings 8701-8705 via OEM specs to ensure correct HTS classification

Include detailed technical specs and material composition in documentation to prevent misclassification as assemblies

Check for anti-dumping duties on certain shock absorber origins; provide certificates of origin