Briggs & Stratton 500E Series 163cc Engine from Germany
Briggs & Stratton 500E is a 163cc overhead valve spark-ignition engine rated at 5.0 HP (3.73 kW), commonly used in recreational vehicles like ATVs and dirt bikes. Classified under HTS 8407.32.9040 for its cylinder capacity (50-250cc) and low power output suitable for small 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
• Label cylinder capacity clearly on commercial invoice to confirm 50-250cc range
• Obtain manufacturer's declaration of conformity for noise/emission standards required by destination country