HTS 8408.90.90.40: US import duty from China
Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), Other engines, Other, Exceeding <il>746 kW</il> but not exceeding <il>1,119 kW</il>. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 0% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 25% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $0.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $12,547.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 8408.90.90.40 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 8408.90.90.40 (Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), Other engines, Other, Exceeding <il>746 kW</il> but not exceeding <il>1,119 kW</il>) have a duty of 25% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 8408.90.90.40 cover?
Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), Other engines, Other, Exceeding <il>746 kW</il> but not exceeding <il>1,119 kW</il>. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 8408.90.90.40 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $12,547, about 25.5% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 8408
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Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.