Daihatsu Hijet Engine Assembly from Germany
550cc reciprocating piston engine for Daihatsu Hijet mini trucks, classified in HTS 8407.33.60.80 for spark-ignition engines 250-1,000cc for propulsion of 8704 vehicles or other chapter 87 categories. Used in kei vehicle restorations and replacements.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
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 detailed technical specs confirming compatibility with 8701-8704 vehicles during customs filing
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete bills of lading; include HTS rationale for engine specs
• Test for Section 301 tariffs if from China; use COO certificates to claim exemptions if applicable