8408.10.00.30 - Exceeding 223.8 kW but not exceeding 373 kW

This HTS category, 8408.10.00.30, specifically covers marine propulsion engines that fall within a precise power range. These are compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines, commonly known as diesel or semi-diesel engines, designed for the purpose of propelling vessels. The defining characteristic for classification within this sub-heading is their power output, which must exceed 223.8 kilowatts (kW) but not surpass 373 kilowatts (kW). This applies to engines used in a wide array of marine applications, from commercial fishing vessels to larger recreational craft, where this specific power output is required for effective propulsion.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling entries based on the kilowatt (kW) power rating. For instance, engines with a power output not exceeding 223.8 kW would be classified under 8408.10.00.05, 8408.10.00.15, or 8408.10.00.20, depending on their specific kW range. Conversely, engines with a higher power output, exceeding 373 kW, would fall under sub-headings such as 8408.10.00.40 or 8408.10.00.50. Accurate measurement and documentation of the engine's maximum continuous rated power are therefore essential for correct classification.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subdivisions under 8408.10.00.30. This means that any marine propulsion engine meeting the criteria of being a compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine and having a power output between 223.8 kW and 373 kW will be classified directly under this code, without the need to consult more granular sub-headings. The classification is solely determined by the engine type and its specified power range.