Rubber Steering Rack Mount from Japan
Rubber mount securing steering racks in sedans and SUVs, controlling steering feedback vibrations. Classified under HTS 8708.99.55.00 for vehicle-specific rubber vibration goods.
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
• Pair with steering gear diagrams to confirm part function
• Watch for hydraulic vs electric steering differences in classification
• Use tamper-evident seals on samples for verification