Kubota D1005-B Diesel Engine from Japan
The Kubota D1005-B is a 3-cylinder spark-ignition reciprocating piston engine with 687cc displacement and 18.5 kW power output, designed for installation in agricultural tractors. It falls under HTS 8407.33.1030 due to its cylinder capacity between 250cc and 1,000cc, power not exceeding 37.3 kW, and specific suitability for agricultural tractor propulsion as per chapter notes. This engine powers compact tractors for farming tasks like plowing and mowing.
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
• Verify engine specs match agricultural tractor use with manufacturer certification to avoid reclassification; include OEM documentation proving ≤37.3 kW rating; watch for anti-dumping duties on Asian-origin engines