Kohler CH395 Command Engine from Japan
Kohler CH395 is a 399cc single-cylinder spark-ignition engine delivering 11.2 kW, optimized for low-speed vehicles such as golf carts and ATVs classified in Chapter 87. Classified under 8407.33.9040 for its 250-1000cc displacement and power under 18.65 kW, distinguishing it from higher-power automotive engines. It's built for reliable propulsion in recreational and utility vehicles.
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.
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed vehicle application docs to confirm Chapter 87 propulsion use; watch for reclassification if sold without vehicle context
• Label fuel type and emissions standards clearly
• Test for exact kW output to avoid exceeding 18.65 kW threshold