Mercury Verado 250 Supercharged Outboard from Japan
A high-performance 250 HP supercharged spark-ignition outboard engine for marine propulsion on performance boats and fishing vessels. Classified in 8407.29.00 for its reciprocating piston design used in non-pleasure craft marine applications. It offers advanced digital throttle controls for commercial and sport use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed technical specs including cylinder count and ignition type to substantiate 'other' marine propulsion classification
• Comply with IMO emission standards for international waters; include test reports in entry docs
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying based on marketing materials—focus on technical propulsion purpose