Cast Iron Steering Gear Housing

Cast iron enclosure for rack-and-pinion or recirculating ball steering gears in sedans and pickups. Provides mounting strength. Fits HTS 8708.99.53.00 as cast-iron motor vehicle part.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+50.0%50%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+25.0%25%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+15.0%15%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8708.94Lower: 27.5% vs 50%

If part of complete steering system

Steering wheels/gears have specific subheadings.

7325.99Lower: 12.9% vs 50%

If for non-motor vehicle steering like boats

Chapter specificity limits to 8701-8705 vehicles.

8483.50.60.00Lower: 37.8% vs 50%

If containing flywheels

Some gear housings with pulleys classify as transmission parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include steering ratio specs to confirm vehicle end-use

β€’ Machined surfaces must be documented to avoid unfinished casting classification

β€’ Separate from complete steering assemblies to stay in parts heading