Cast Iron Exhaust Manifold from Germany
Cast iron manifold collecting exhaust gases from engine cylinders in gasoline vehicles of heading 8703. Handles high temperatures and corrosion. HTS 8708.99.53.00 applies as other cast-iron parts for motor vehicles.
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
• Include heat treatment certifications proving automotive-grade cast iron
• Avoid declaring with catalytic converter as it may classify as anti-pollution equipment
• Check EPA compliance labels for US import even on parts