HS Code Subheading

Engines; for aircraft, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines

8407.10 Subheading
Section XVI — Machinery and mechanical appliances; electrical equipment; parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles

About HS Code 840710

This HS code is dedicated to spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines specifically designed for aircraft. This niche market primarily serves general aviation, light aircraft, and some specialized drone applications, where reliability, weight, and fuel efficiency are critical. The international trade involves highly regulated products, subject to stringent aviation certification standards. Importers are typically aircraft manufacturers, maintenance organizations, and private aircraft owners globally. Exporters are specialized engine manufacturers, predominantly from countries with established aerospace industries. Key aspects include high-performance materials, precision engineering, and extensive testing to ensure airworthiness.

Products Under This Code

Piston aircraft engines, radial aircraft engines, horizontally opposed aircraft engines, rotary aircraft engines (spark-ignition), light aircraft engines, drone piston engines (spark-ignition)

Real World Examples

Lycoming IO-360, Continental O-200, Rotax 912, Jabiru 3300, Pratt & Whitney R-2800 (for vintage aircraft restoration)

Common Misclassification

Distinct from jet/turboprop aircraft engines (8411) which are gas turbines, and from other spark-ignition engines (840721-840790) by their specific 'for aircraft' designation and associated certification.

Products Classified Under 8407.10

Aircraft piston enginesAviation enginesReciprocating aircraft engines

Related Codes

8407.21 Engines; outboard motors for marine propulsion, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines 8407.29 Engines; for marine propulsion, (other than outboard motors), spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines 8407.31 Engines; reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity not exceeding 50cc 8407.32 Engines; reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc 8407.33 Engines; reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 250cc but not exceeding 1000cc 8407.34 Engines; reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc 8407.90 Engines; rotary internal combustion piston engines, for other than aircraft or marine propulsion

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

The USA is a dominant player in both manufacturing and importing/exporting due to its large general aviation sector, followed by European countries and Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 840710?

HS code 840710 covers: Engines; for aircraft, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines. This HS code is dedicated to spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines specifically designed for aircraft. This niche market primarily serves general aviation, light aircraft, and some specialized drone applications, where reliability, weight, and fuel efficiency are critical. The international trade involves highly regulated products, subject to stringent aviation certification standards. Importers are typically aircraft manufacturers, maintenance organizations, and private aircraft owners globally. Exporters are specialized engine manufacturers, predominantly from countries with established aerospace industries. Key aspects include high-performance materials, precision engineering, and extensive testing to ensure airworthiness.

What products fall under HS code 840710?

Piston aircraft engines, radial aircraft engines, horizontally opposed aircraft engines, rotary aircraft engines (spark-ignition), light aircraft engines, drone piston engines (spark-ignition)

What are common misclassifications for HS code 840710?

Distinct from jet/turboprop aircraft engines (8411) which are gas turbines, and from other spark-ignition engines (840721-840790) by their specific 'for aircraft' designation and associated certification.

How is HS code 840710 structured?

HS code 840710 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.