Volvo Penta D13-1000 Marine Propulsion Engine from Germany
Volvo Penta D13-1000 is a 12.8-liter inline-6 diesel engine delivering 1000 hp for heavy-duty marine propulsion in yachts and commercial ships. It incorporates advanced common-rail fuel injection and SCR aftertreatment for IMO Tier III compliance. Falls under HTS 8408.10.00 as a compression-ignition piston engine optimized for vessel propulsion.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide propulsion system engineering drawings showing engine-to-propeller coupling for classification confirmation
• Comply with USCG documentation requirements including vessel compatibility declarations
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain European marine engine imports; check Commerce Dept advisories