Continental IO-240-B Aircraft Engine from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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