Yamaha MZ350 OHV Engine from Germany
Yamaha's MZ350 is a 33.5cc 4-stroke spark-ignition overhead valve engine for handheld tools like string trimmers and blowers. It qualifies for HTS 8407.90.90 as an 'other' small reciprocating engine under 373.99 kW for outdoor power equipment. The vertical shaft design optimizes it for portable landscaping applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%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; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Attach fuel type and ignition specs in commercial invoice to distinguish from diesel alternatives
• Comply with CPSC safety standards for small engines; common issue is missing recall clearance
• Use ISF filing 24 hours pre-arrival for engines to avoid holds