Ford F-150 Transfer Case Chain from Germany
A durable metal chain used inside the transfer case of Ford F-150 4WD trucks to transmit power between gears in the powertrain. Classified under HTS 8708.99.68.90 as an other powertrain part for motor vehicles of headings 8701-8705. Essential for four-wheel-drive functionality.
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 CAD drawings or service manuals showing installation in transfer case to prove powertrain classification
• Ensure chain material composition (e.g
• steel alloy) is documented to avoid reclassification as industrial chain