John Deere 6135SFM Marine Propulsion Engine from China
John Deere 6135SFM delivers 134 kW for fireboats and supply vessels with robust marine wet exhaust system. HTS 8408.10.0015 applies to this compression-ignition piston engine designed for marine propulsion in the 111.9-149.2 kW range.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Power certification must reference ISO 8665 marine standards, not industrial tractor ratings
• Declare fuel injection type (common rail vs unit injector) for proper tariff verification
• Ensure no agricultural adaptation; marine-specific castings required for this classification