Turbomeca Arriel 2D Turboshaft from Germany
Safran's Arriel 2D, though primarily turboshaft for helicopters, in low-power aircraft configurations falls under HTS 8411.21.40.00 when certified for fixed-wing turboprop use under 1,100 kW.
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
• Distinguish turboshaft vs turboprop via propeller flange specs in technical docs
• File for binding ruling if dual-use certification exists
• Account for VAT exemptions on aviation imports in destination country