Honda GX35 Four-Stroke Engine from Japan
The Honda GX35 is a 35.8cc spark-ignition reciprocating piston engine designed for propulsion in small vehicles like minibikes and go-karts under Chapter 87. It falls under HTS 8407.31.0080 as it has a cylinder capacity under 50cc and is not specifically for aircraft or motorcycles. This lightweight 4-stroke engine is commonly used in recreational off-road vehicles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
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
• Verify cylinder capacity documentation (under 50cc) and confirm propulsion use for Chapter 87 vehicles to avoid reclassification to 8407.90
• Provide engine specification sheets showing spark-ignition reciprocating piston design; label power output in kW for customs valuation