Mercury 40 HP FourStroke Outboard

Mercury's 40 HP FourStroke is a lightweight, spark-ignition outboard motor with electronic fuel injection for small fishing boats and dinghies. It qualifies under HTS 8407.21.00 due to its design as a detachable marine propulsion engine.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8412.90.90Same rate: 35%

If classified as auxiliary marine engine

Non-propulsion auxiliary engines like generators use different hydraulic/ pneumatic headings.

8479.89.65Lower: 20.3% vs 35%

If electric outboard motor

Battery-powered outboards are machinery not internal combustion engines.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain Coast Guard approval numbers and include them on invoices to expedite clearance

• Declare exact model and serial numbers to prevent misclassification as inboard engines

• Be aware of seasonal import surges; pre-file entries to avoid delays during peak boating season