Cast Iron Steering Knuckle from Canada
A cast iron steering knuckle is a pivotal component in a vehicle's steering system that connects the steering linkage to the wheel hub, allowing for precise control and turning. It falls under HTS 8708.94.70.00 as a part of steering wheels, columns, and boxes for motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705, specifically made of cast iron for other vehicles like cars and trucks.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.0525%Except for products described in headings 9903.94.06, 9903.94.32, 9903.94.33, 9903.94.42, 9903.94.43, 9903.94.44, 9903.94.45, 9903.94.52, 9903.94.53, 9903.94.54, 9903.94.55, 9903.94.62, 9903.94.63, 9903.94.66 and 9903.94.67, automobile parts, as provided for in subdivision (g) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter
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
• Verify material composition with mill test certificates to confirm cast iron content and avoid reclassification to steel parts
• Ensure compatibility documentation with specific vehicle models in headings 8701-8705 to meet 'for other vehicles' criteria