Cast Iron Steering Knuckle from Japan
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 — 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
• 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