Detroit Diesel DD15 Engine

The Detroit DD15 is a medium-duty diesel engine for Class 8 trucks, delivering 400-510 hp through compression-ignition technology for reliable vehicle propulsion. It includes integrated aftertreatment systems for emissions control. Falls under 8480.20.90.00 as an 'other' diesel engine for Chapter 87 vehicles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+35.0%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇩🇪Germany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇯🇵Japan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8408.20.10Lower: 35% vs 37.5%

If cylinder capacity of 1,500 cc or less

Smaller displacement vehicle diesel engines have specific statistical suffixes separate from 'other' larger engines.

8479.89.65Lower: 20.3% vs 37.5%

If part of complete machinery set

Engines shipped as integral components of larger machines may classify under the complete assembly heading.

8708.99.81Same rate: 37.5%

If imported as non-propulsion vehicle engine

Auxiliary engines not used for primary propulsion classify as other vehicle parts in Chapter 87.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed technical specs showing cylinder capacity to distinguish from engines under quota-limited provisions

Include vehicle compatibility certification to prevent misclassification as non-propulsion stationary engines

Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain Chinese-origin diesel engines; declare country of origin accurately

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