Honda GX390 Small Engine for Tractors from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.12, 9903.82.17 and 9903.85.68, derivative aluminum and steel articles with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify engine specifications match agricultural/horticultural end-use with manufacturer documentation to avoid reclassification
• Include installation manuals and certificates confirming spark-ignition reciprocating design