Ford 7.3L Godzilla V8 Engine

Ford's 7.3-liter Godzilla V8 is a spark-ignition reciprocating piston engine exceeding 2,000 cc, built for Super Duty trucks (F-250/F-350 in HTS 8704). Classified in 8407.34.4800 for its use in heavy vehicles of 8704, distinguishing it from tractor-specific engines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+50.0%52.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8407.34Same rate: 52.5%

If for agricultural tractor installation in 8701

Tractor-specific propulsion engines redirect to 8407.34.20 regardless of capacity if matching 8701.21-8701.29 vehicles.

8407.90.90Lower: 35% vs 52.5%

If modified for marine or non-vehicle use

Engines not designed for Chapter 87 vehicles classify as other spark-ignition engines outside propulsion categories.

8411.99.90Lower: 37.4% vs 52.5%

If diesel rather than spark-ignition

Diesel variants shift to Chapter 84 diesel engine headings, differentiated by ignition type.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit Ford engineering docs proving 8704 vehicle compatibility; label with exact cylinder capacity

Watch for misdeclaration as passenger car engine (8703)

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The GM L87 is a 6.2-liter V8 spark-ignition reciprocating piston engine with over 2,000 cc cylinder capacity, designed for installation in heavy-duty pickup trucks like Chevrolet Silverado models under HTS 8704. It falls under 8407.34.4800 as an engine for vehicles of heading 8704 with capacity exceeding 2,000 cc, not specifically for tractors in 8701.21-8701.29 or 8702-8703.

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GM's 6.6L L8T V8 spark-ignition engine, with cylinder capacity >2,000 cc, is engineered for Silverado/Sierra 2500HD trucks in HTS 8704. It fits 8407.34.4800 for 'other' installations in qualifying heavy vehicles.

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