Tesla Model 3 Steering Wheel Clock Spring from Japan
Spiral cable clock spring in Tesla Model 3 steering wheels, HTS 8708.94.75 as a steering wheel part connecting electrical signals for controls and airbags. Maintains continuity during wheel rotation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.5%
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.
9903.74.110%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
• Emphasize electrical function but prioritize mechanical steering role for 8708
• Include FCC certification for wiring to avoid Chapter 85 shift
• Document as safety-critical for expedited customs processing