Briggs & Stratton 196cc OHV Engine from Japan
Briggs & Stratton 196cc overhead valve engine designed for go-karts, drift trikes, and other Chapter 87 recreational vehicles. Fits HTS 8407.32.90 specifications for spark-ignition piston engines of 50-250cc cylinder capacity used in vehicle propulsion.
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
• Provide OEM installation manuals showing vehicle chassis mounting to prove propulsion intent
• Ensure crankshaft specs match vehicle transmission requirements; mismatches can trigger reclassification
• File Entry Summary (CBP Form 7501) with detailed engine model and serial numbers for tracking