Kohler CH270 7HP ATV Propulsion Engine

Kohler CH270 is a 270cc overhead valve spark-ignition engine delivering power exceeding 18.65 kW equivalent for ATVs and utility vehicles of Chapter 87. Its reciprocating piston design and vehicle propulsion specification place it squarely in HTS 8407.32.90.80 for 50-250cc engines.

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.

8407.90.90Lower: 35% vs 50%

If for stationary equipment like pumps or compressors

Non-vehicle propulsion applications classify under general 'other' spark-ignition reciprocating engines.

8714.91.90.00Lower: 35% vs 50%

If imported mounted on a frame as a complete vehicle propulsion unit

Assembled into Chapter 87 vehicle chassis shifts to vehicle-specific classifications.

8407.32.10.00Same rate: 50%

If power does not exceed 18.65 kW threshold

Lower power variants fall into the primary 8407.32.10 subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide OEM vehicle compatibility certificates to prove 'of a kind used for propulsion of Chapter 87 vehicles' classification

Check for anti-tampering seals on emissions equipment; violations trigger penalties under EPA rules

Declare exact power output in kW with test data to avoid disputes on the 'exceeding 18.65 kW' criterion

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