Lifan 270cc Mini-Bike Spark Ignition Engine from Japan
Chinese-manufactured Lifan LF270 engine for mini-bikes and pit bikes, 270cc displacement with power surpassing 18.65 kW, designed specifically for small recreational vehicles of Chapter 87. Fits HTS 8407.32.90.80 as a reciprocating piston spark-ignition propulsion engine.
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
• Obtain Chinese export certificates authenticating displacement and power specs for CBP review
• Label with country-of-origin markings visible on engine exterior per 19 CFR requirements
• Beware of transshipment risks; declare true origin to avoid Section 301 tariffs