Auto Parts from 🇯🇵 Japan: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for auto parts imported from Japan.
Quick answer for US importers
What is the US import duty on auto parts from Japan?
Auto Parts imported into the United States from Japan must be classified under the correct HTS code before the US duty rate can be confirmed. The rate depends on the 10-digit HTS classification, base MFN duty, country-of-origin rules, and any special tariff program or trade remedy that applies to the shipment.
Section 232 — Steel
25% tariff on steel imports under Section 232 national security authority.
Section 232 — Aluminum
10% tariff on aluminum imports under Section 232 national security authority.
HTS Codes for Auto Parts — Duty Rates
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Rates and trade context on this page are checked against official tariff, customs, trade-policy, and import-data sources. Use the calculator for an item-specific duty stack before making entry, quote, or purchase decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the US tariff on auto parts?
Auto parts duty rates vary widely from 0% to 6% depending on the component. Section 232 tariffs of 25% apply to certain auto parts, particularly those from countries without trade agreements.
Are auto parts from Mexico duty-free under USMCA?
Auto parts from Mexico can enter duty-free under USMCA if they meet the rules of origin requirements, including regional value content thresholds of 75% for core parts.
What HTS chapter covers automobile parts?
Most auto parts fall under HTS Chapter 87 (8708 specifically). However, engines are in 8407-8408, tires in 4011, batteries in 8507, and electronics in Chapter 85. Classification depends on the specific component.
What tariffs apply to auto parts from Japan?
Auto Parts imported from Japan are subject to the standard MFN base duty rate, plus Section 232 — Steel, Section 232 — Aluminum tariff overlays. Use the duty calculator to get the exact rate for your HTS code.
How do I calculate the landed cost for auto parts from Japan?
The landed cost includes the product value (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties (base rate plus any applicable overlays), Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464% of value, min $29.66), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125% of dutiable value). Use our landed cost calculator to get the full breakdown.
What HTS codes apply to auto parts from Japan?
Auto Parts classifications depend on product details such as material, construction, use, and value. Start with the HTS codes listed on this page, then confirm the exact 10-digit HTS code before filing an entry.
Is this page about US import duty or Japan import duty?
This page covers US customs duty when auto parts are imported into the United States from Japan. It is not Japan's own import tariff schedule for goods entering Japan.
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