Lifan 168F-2B 196cc Horizontal Shaft Engine

Lifan 168F-2B is a 196cc 4-stroke OHV spark-ignition engine producing 6.5 HP (4.85 kW), used in small motorcycles, scooters, and go-karts for propulsion. It matches HTS 8407.32.9040 specifications for 50-250cc vehicle propulsion engines under 18.65 kW.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+25.0%25%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8407.34Lower: 25% vs 50%

If cylinder capacity exceeds 250cc but ≤500cc

Subsequent cylinder capacity bands have separate 8407.34 provisions for vehicles.

8479.89.95Lower: 37.5% vs 50%

If part of complete recreational machinery set

Machines with self-contained engines not specified elsewhere go to 8479 basket.

9403Lower: 10% vs 50%

If engine powers furniture-like recreational vehicles

Parts of recreational vehicles resembling furniture classify under Chapter 94.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide technical specs sheet showing exact bore x stroke for cc calculation verification

Check for country-of-origin markings required on small engines by importing nations

Avoid reclassification by documenting end-use as vehicle propulsion, not industrial