Jeep Wrangler Steering Shaft U-Joint from Germany
Universal joint for the steering shaft in Jeep Wrangler SUVs, classified as a steering column part under HTS 8708.94.7550 for off-road vehicles. It allows flexibility in the driveline to accommodate suspension movement.
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
• Certify material composition (e.g
• steel alloy) for accurate valuation
• Separate from full shaft assemblies to avoid parts kit classification
• Include torque ratings in specs to prove steering function