Lifan LF154F-2 Go-Kart Engine from Germany
Lifan LF154F-2 is a 43cc overhead valve spark-ignition piston engine with 1.8HP output (<746W), optimized for go-karts and recreational vehicles under Chapter 87. It matches HTS 8407.31.0040 criteria: reciprocating piston design, ≤50cc capacity, and vehicle propulsion purpose.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Submit dyno test reports proving <746W power to prevent misclassification into higher-duty categories
• Declare as 'vehicle propulsion engine' with Chapter 87 compatibility; common error is generic descriptions triggering reviews
• Comply with noise/emission regs via labeling; watch for counterfeit markings leading to seizure