Zongshen ZS50 Mini Bike Engine from Germany
The Zongshen ZS50 is a 49cc air-cooled single-cylinder spark-ignition engine producing 2HP (under 746W), primarily for propelling pocket bikes and small ATVs in Chapter 87. Classified under HTS 8407.31.0040 for its sub-50cc displacement and low power rating tailored for light vehicle propulsion.
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
• Provide detailed technical specs and end-use statement confirming propulsion for Chapter 87 vehicles to secure correct classification
• Ensure carburetor meets US emissions standards; pitfalls include incorrect power rating declarations causing duty reassessment
• Package with vehicle compatibility docs; bulk shipments without provenance risk scrutiny as general machinery