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Tailgate Lift Motor

Heavy-duty motor for automatic tailgate or liftgate operation on SUVs and minivans from heading 8703. Falls into 8708.99.81.80 as other parts and accessories for motor vehicles not elsewhere specified.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+50.0%52.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇩🇪Germany2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇯🇵Japan2.5%+25.0%27.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8302.50.00Lower: 50% vs 52.5%

If classified primarily as hardware fitting

Base metal mountings/fittings for vehicles may shift to Chapter 83.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include load capacity specs matching vehicle weight classes in 8701-8705

• Provide evidence of OEM approvals for specific makes/models

• Declare as replacement part only if not presented as complete liftgate assembly