Massey Ferguson Steering Column Joint from Germany
Universal joint in Massey Ferguson tractor steering columns, allowing angular movement between shaft sections. Greaseable for longevity. HTS 8708.94.65.00 as steering column part for non-road tractors.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Joints resemble auto parts; specify tractor model in HTS rationale
• Bulk packs may trigger 'for retail' vs bulk packaging scrutiny
• Test for U-joint quotas under 8708 general provisions