Caterpillar 3406E Diesel Engine from China
The Caterpillar 3406E is a 14.6-liter inline-six compression-ignition engine rated at 300 kW, used primarily in heavy-duty trucks and construction equipment. It falls under HTS 8408.90.90.20 due to its power output between 149.2 kW and 373 kW and classification as an other diesel engine not for vehicles or marine use. This engine features turbocharging and advanced fuel injection for high torque.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]
Import Tips
• Verify engine power output with manufacturer specs via dyno test certificates to confirm 149.2-373 kW range; obtain EPA emissions certification for non-road use; avoid misclassification by ensuring no vehicle-specific mounts