Yamaha MZ50 Mini Engine from Japan
The Yamaha MZ50 is a 49cc spark-ignition 2-stroke piston engine for small recreational vehicles such as pocket bikes and electric start scooters of Chapter 87. Classified in HTS 8407.31.0080 for its sub-50cc capacity and vehicle propulsion purpose, excluding aircraft or larger motorcycle variants. Ideal for lightweight, high-rev applications in hobbyist 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
• Include vehicle compatibility certificates proving Chapter 87 propulsion to justify 8407.31 over general 8407.90 categories
• Document exact displacement via CAD drawings or OEM specs; 2-stroke vs 4-stroke doesn't affect heading but requires emissions compliance