Utility Trailer Axle from Germany
A heavy-duty axle assembly designed for mounting on utility trailers to support wheels and distribute load weight. It falls under HTS 8716.90.5060 as a part of non-mechanically propelled trailers used for hauling cargo. This classification covers replacement or interchangeable components essential for trailer functionality.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
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.
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify axle load capacity and dimensions match trailer GVWR to comply with DOT regulations and avoid reclassification
• Include detailed engineering specs and compatibility certifications in documentation for smooth customs clearance