Honda BF250 Outboard Motor from China
The Honda BF250 is a powerful 250 HP V6 4-stroke outboard with variable valve timing for high-performance boats. Classified in HTS 8407.21.00 as a spark-ignition reciprocating marine propulsion engine.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include noise emission test reports as required for motors over 40 HP
• Separate accessories like propellers in documentation to avoid set classification issues
• Monitor EU origin rules; Japanese-made Hondas may qualify for preferential tariffs