Champion RC12YC Spark Plug from Japan
Champion RC12YC is a standard copper spark plug for lawnmowers and small gasoline engines. It provides consistent spark for 4-stroke internal combustion engines in outdoor power equipment. HTS 8511.10.00.00 applies as it's specifically for spark-ignition engines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
9903.74.100%Articles as provided for in subdivision (k) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Document end-use for small engines (lawnmowers, generators) to distinguish from automotive and avoid broader parts classification
• Include heat range and reach specifications in invoices to confirm spark plug identity