Pratt & Whitney PW4000 Turbojet Engine from Germany
The Pratt & Whitney PW4000 is a high-bypass turbofan engine used on wide-body aircraft like the Boeing 777 and Airbus A330, with thrust exceeding 25 kN. It falls under HTS 8411.12.80.00 as a turbojet of thrust over 25 kN, classified as 'other' since it is not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the subheading.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FAA or EASA certification documentation to verify airworthiness and compliance with aviation safety standards
• Include detailed thrust ratings and engine specifications in commercial invoices to confirm classification under 8411.12.80.00
• Be aware of ITAR restrictions; ensure proper export licenses from origin country for military-capable variants