Mercury 40 HP FourStroke Outboard from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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