Rotax 912 UL-S3 Aviation Engine from Japan
The Rotax 912 UL-S3 is a four-stroke, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled spark-ignition engine with dual ignition, rated at 100 horsepower (75 kW), popular in ultralight and light sport civil aircraft. It qualifies for HTS 8407.10.00.20 as a new reciprocating engine under 373 kW for civil aircraft applications.
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
• Provide Rotax factory certification and power curve data to confirm <373 kW; ensure no military markings
• Avoid pitfall of classifying as 'industrial' engine if aviation docs are missing