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Honda GX390 Small Engine for Tractors

The Honda GX390 is a 389cc spark-ignition 4-stroke engine designed specifically for installation in agricultural tractors and horticultural equipment like lawn mowers. It falls under HTS 8407.90.10 due to its classification as a reciprocating internal combustion piston engine intended for use in agricultural or horticultural machinery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+40.0%40%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+15.0%15%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+15.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8407.90.90Higher: 50% vs 40%

If for installation in non-agricultural machinery like construction equipment

Engines for general industrial use beyond ag/hort fall under the broader 'other' category.

8408.90.10Lower: 37.5% vs 40%

If diesel rather than spark-ignition

Compression-ignition engines are classified in Chapter 84 heading 8408, not spark-ignition heading 8407.

8411.82.40Lower: 37.5% vs 40%

If assembled into a complete gas turbine unit rather than piston engine

Turbojet or turboprop engines for machinery use different headings based on combustion type.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify engine specifications match agricultural/horticultural end-use with manufacturer documentation to avoid reclassification

• Include installation manuals and certificates confirming spark-ignition reciprocating design