Williams FJ44 Turbofan Engine from China
The Williams FJ44 is a small turbofan engine for very light jets like the Cessna Citation Mustang. It qualifies under HTS 8407.10.0090 as an other spark-ignition reciprocating/rotary aircraft engine. This bypass design offers fuel efficiency for business aviation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]
Import Tips
• Submit noise and emissions certification (Stage 4/5 compliance) to expedite customs for environmental reviews
• Accurate horsepower/thrust declaration prevents undervaluation penalties; use OEM spec sheets
• Coordinate with freight forwarders experienced in oversized aviation cargo for proper HAZMAT handling