Honda GX390 Utility Engine from Germany
11.7 HP OHV spark-ignition engine for rotary tillers and agricultural sprayers, power under 37.3 kW. HTS 8407.90.1020 applies as it's intended for horticultural machinery installation with easy-start features. Robust cast iron cylinder enhances durability in field operations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Section 232: ag equipment + residential HVAC, MFN<15% — 15% ceiling (Annex III addition)
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
• Attach end-user letters confirming installation in ag/hort equipment to prevent reclassification
• Comply with noise emission standards; test reports required for certain markets
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests retail sale, which could shift to consumer provisions