John Deere PowerTech 6.8L Tractor Engine from Japan

John Deere's PowerTech 6.8L engine features spark-ignition reciprocating piston design with 6,800 cc capacity exceeding 2,000 cc and over 50 kW output for agricultural tractor installation. Classified under HTS 8407.34.35.90 for its specific use in ag tractors with capacity >2,000 cc. Ideal for high-torque applications in modern farming equipment.

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 iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide OEM part numbers and tractor model compatibility certificates during customs filing

Ensure labeling indicates 'for agricultural tractor use only' to maintain specific HTS classification

Watch for undervaluation penalties; include full commercial invoice with power rating verification