Cast Iron Pitman Arm from Japan
A robust cast iron pitman arm connects the steering gear sector shaft to the drag link, transmitting steering motion to the wheels. It is a steering box part under HTS 8708.94.70.00 for motor vehicles other than 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
• Include OEM part numbers and vehicle fitment data to support classification as a motor vehicle part
• Cast iron parts require proper heat treatment certification to pass quality inspections
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'aftermarket' without evidence, as new parts follow statistical note definitions