Caterpillar 3406E Diesel Engine from China
The Caterpillar 3406E is a 14.6L inline-6 compression-ignition diesel engine rated at 500 kW, commonly used in heavy-duty trucks and industrial applications. It falls under HTS 8408.90.90.30 due to its power output exceeding 373 kW but not exceeding 746 kW and classification as an other diesel engine not for vehicles or marine use.
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 rating with manufacturer's spec sheet for exact subheading fit; obtain EPA emissions certification for US import; ensure proper documentation of industrial end-use to avoid vehicle engine classification