Massey Ferguson Steering Column Joint from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 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)
9903.74.100%Articles as provided for in subdivision (k) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
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