Honda GX120 Mini Engine

A 4-stroke spark-ignition reciprocating internal combustion engine with 118cc displacement, rated at 3.5 kW (about 4.7 HP), designed for installation in small agricultural machinery like walk-behind tillers. It falls under HTS 8407.90.1010 as a small engine under 4,476 W (4.476 kW) for agricultural or horticultural equipment, not exceeding 37.3 kW overall.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8407.90.90Same rate: 35%

If for non-agricultural machinery like lawnmowers

Engines for garden/lawn machinery fall under separate subheading, even if power matches.

8407.34Lower: 25% vs 35%

If exceeding 37.3 kW total

Higher power engines for ag/hort use shift to aircraft-type or larger capacity provisions.

8411.82.40.00Same rate: 35%

If diesel instead of spark-ignition

Diesel engines for ag machinery classify in Chapter 84 gas turbines/engines section.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify engine power rating with manufacturer specs to confirm <4,476 W; include installation intent documentation for ag/hort use

Common pitfall: misclassifying as general-purpose without end-use proof