Rebuilt Honda L15A 1.5L VTEC Engine from Japan
A rebuilt 1.5L DOHC VTEC spark-ignition engine (1,497 cc) from Honda, used in models like Civic or Fit (8703), refurbished to OEM specs for propulsion. Classified under HTS 8407.33.60.40 for used/rebuilt engines of 250-1,000 cc for tractors (8701) or other Chapter 87 vehicles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.5%
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 rebuild invoices and test reports showing performance equivalent to new to qualify as 'rebuilt' vs scrap
• Check for subheading compatibility; engines for 8701 tractors need agricultural certification if applicable
• Avoid pitfalls by labeling clearly as 'used/rebuilt' to prevent reclassification as parts under 8409