Takata Driver-Side Airbag Inflater Module from Japan
This inflater module from Takata is a key component for the driver's side airbag in passenger vehicles, containing the pyrotechnic inflator that rapidly fills the airbag upon collision detection. It falls under HTS 8708.95.0500 as it is specifically an inflater and module for airbags, designed exclusively as a part for motor vehicles in headings 8701 to 8705.
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.
9903.05.900%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 FMVSS 208 compliance certification and include test reports in documentation to avoid customs holds
• Obtain NHTSA import approval for safety-related parts; label with manufacturer details and part numbers