Rolls-Royce M250-C40B Turboshaft Engine

Rolls-Royce M250-C40B is a turboshaft engine exceeding 600 kW, powering civil helicopters like the Bell 407. It qualifies under HTS 8407.10.0040 for new rotary spark-ignition engines over 373 kW intended for civil aircraft.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8407.34Lower: 25% vs 35%

If for military helicopters

Military-specific turboshaft engines are directed to 8407.34 provisions based on defense end-use.

8406.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If hybrid or compression-ignition type

Diesel (compression-ignition) aircraft engines fall under heading 8406, distinct from spark-ignition.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If part of unmanned aerial systems machinery

Engines integral to UAS classified as machines may shift to Chapter 84 heading 8479.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide thrust horsepower ratings and test data confirming >373 kW; secure end-user certificates for civil rotorcraft; avoid misclassification by specifying non-military variants