Rolls-Royce M250 Turboshaft Engine from China
The Rolls-Royce M250 powers light helicopters like the Bell 407 with its spark-ignition turboshaft design. Classified under HTS 8407.10.0090 as an other aircraft engine for rotary-wing applications. It provides high power-to-weight ratio for rotor drive systems in general aviation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide detailed technical specs including thrust rating and TBO (time between overhaul) for proper valuation
• Comply with aviation safety standards; missing maintenance logs can trigger FAA import holds
• Use ISPM-15 certified packaging for engine crates to avoid quarantine issues at ports