Tohatsu 9.8 HP Outboard Motor from Japan
Tohatsu 9.8 HP is a compact 2-stroke spark-ignition outboard ideal for small tenders and kayaks. It falls under HTS 8407.21.00 for its portable marine propulsion design.
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
• For 2-stroke models, include two-stroke oil specifications in technical docs
• Label with maximum propeller RPM to confirm recreational horsepower limits
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'tiller handle' only; classify as complete motor