Lycoming IO-540-K1A5 Piston Engine from Japan
The Lycoming IO-540-K1A5 is a six-cylinder, fuel-injected, spark-ignition reciprocating piston engine producing 300 horsepower for light aircraft such as the Cessna 182 Skylane. It converts linear piston motion to rotary crankshaft output via connecting rods and crankshaft, optimized for certified aviation applications. Falls under HTS 8407.10.00 as a spark-ignition reciprocating internal combustion piston engine exclusively for aircraft.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) if modified from standard configuration; ensure TBO (Time Between Overhaul) records are current
• Pitfall: mismatched propeller flange specs can cause installation compliance issues