HS Code 8408.20 : Engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
EN (Official WCO)
FR (Pending)
ES (Pending)
The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87 is 8408.20. Under the 2026 Australia (ABF), the representative MFN general duty rate is 5.00% [ABF Working Tariff 2026].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 84
Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines)
Heading 8408
Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines)
Subheading .20
.20
Engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
8-DIGIT AU WORKING TARIFF CODE
8408.20.00
ABF Working Tariff Schedule
Customs Authority
Australian Border Force
ICS Electronic Clearance
Advance Ruling System
ABF Tariff Advice System
Part XVI Customs Act 1901
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
MODULE 8: Australian Trade Remedies (Anti-Dumping Commission) & Safeguards
Anti-Dumping Commission (ADC) Status
Standard Working Tariff
Australian Anti-Dumping Commission [ADC]
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87
MODULE 11: Australian Border Force Tariff Advice Rulings
Legally binding tariff classification decisions issued by the Australian Border Force (ABF), Part XVI Customs Act 1901 for HS 8408.20.
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Search Official ABF Tariff Advice Database for 8408.20 →ABF Australian 8-Digit Working Tariff Lines (8408.20)
| Commodity Code | Description | Duty Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87 | 5.00% | — |
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 8408.10 | Subheading under Heading 8408 | Compare Subheading 8408.10 → |
| 8408.90 | Subheading under Heading 8408 | Compare Subheading 8408.90 → |
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
Australian Border Force Working Tariff 2026 ↗
Official Australian 8-digit Working Tariff items and General duty rates.
DAFF Biosecurity Import Conditions (BICON) ↗
Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry biosecurity requirements.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Australia (ABF) general duty for Engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and Australia (ABF), Engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87 is classified under HS 8408.20 (Heading 8408, Chapter 84). The representative AU MFN general duty rate is 5.00%.
How is HS 8408.20 distinguished within Heading 8408 (Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines))?
Heading 8408 covers Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines). Subheading 8408.20 specifically isolates Engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8408.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8408.20?
Related subheadings under Heading 8408 include 8408.10, 8408.90. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87 into Australia?
Importers require an ABF Full Import Declaration (FID) via ICS portal, Australian Business Number (ABN), Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and DAFF biosecurity clearance where applicable.
Can goods under HS 8408.20 enter duty-free under FTAs into Australia?
Yes. Goods originating in US (AUSFTA), China (ChAFTA), Japan (JAEPA), Korea (KAFTA), UK (A-UKFTA), India (AI-ECTA), or CPTPP/RCEP enter Australia duty-free or at concessional rates.
What is the Australian customs duty de minimis threshold for Engines of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87?
Consignments with a Customs Value of AUD $1,000 or less enter Australia duty-free. Low-value B2C imports are subject to 10% GST under vendor registration rules.
How can an importer obtain an ABF Tariff Advice ruling for HS 8408.20 in Australia?
Importers or customs brokers may lodge an application for an ABF Tariff Advice under Part XVI of the Customs Act 1901 for a legally binding tariff classification decision.
How is Australian GST calculated on imports of HS 8408.20?
Australia levies 10.00% GST on the Value of the Taxable Importation = customs value + customs duty + international transport + insurance. There is no US-style MPF/HMF.
What is the ABN and import declaration requirement in Australia?
Commercial importers require an Australian Business Number (ABN) and lodge an ABF Full Import Declaration (FID) via the Integrated Cargo System (ICS).
What DAFF biosecurity (BICON) controls apply to HS 8408.20 in Australia?
Imports must satisfy Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) BICON biosecurity import conditions; food, plant, and animal products require inspection and clearance.
What Australian anti-dumping or countervailing measures apply to HS 8408.20?
Importers must verify whether measures administered by the Anti-Dumping Commission apply to their specific country of origin.
How do Australian FTA preferences (AUSFTA, ChAFTA, CPTPP) apply to HS 8408.20?
Qualifying originating goods from FTA partners enter duty-free or at concessional rates with a valid Certificate/Declaration of Origin meeting the relevant Rules of Origin.
Are there entry processing fees or harbor taxes in Australia?
Beyond customs duty and 10% GST, an Import Processing Charge applies to declarations above the AUD $1,000 low-value threshold; there is no US-style MPF/HMF.
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