Predator 420cc Racing Kart Engine from Germany
The Predator 420cc is a high-performance spark-ignition reciprocating engine for racing karts (Chapter 87 vehicles). At 420cc capacity and excluding motorcycles, it falls under HTS 8407.33.90.
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
• Modified racing engines need original spec sheets for classification baseline
• Avoid racing-specific mods that could imply non-standard vehicle use
• Declare horsepower accurately; excessive claims trigger scrutiny