Compressor Spool Steel Forging from Japan
Steel forging for the compressor spool in high-bypass turbofan engines used on commercial aircraft, providing the structural backbone for multiple compressor stages. Falls under HTS 8411.91.90.81 due to its unfinished forged state and specific design for turbojet/turbopropeller parts in aviation. Essential for compressing incoming air in the engine core.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FAA or EASA-approved supplier certificates to confirm aircraft turbine qualification
• Declare forging weight accurately as duties may apply per kg for steel components
• Avoid misdeclaration as general steel; specify 'aircraft turbine part' in commercial invoice