Ford F-150 Transfer Case Chain from Japan
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 — 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
• 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