Continental IO-240-B Aircraft Engine from Japan
The Continental IO-240-B is a four-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected spark-ignition reciprocating engine producing 125 horsepower (93 kW), designed specifically for civil aircraft like light sport and experimental models. It falls under HTS 8407.10.00.20 as a new aircraft engine under 373 kW for civil use, matching the hierarchy for spark-ignition piston engines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain FAA or EASA type certification documentation to verify civil aircraft use; ensure engine is certified as 'new' with manufacturer affidavit
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as rotary type, which may shift to other subheadings