Hybrid Rocket Engine for Experimental Vehicles from Germany
A hybrid rocket engine using solid fuel and liquid oxidizer for university research rockets, under HTS 8412.10.00.90 as other reaction engines. Thrust produced by combustion in a reaction chamber with nozzle expulsion. Excluded from turbojets per statistical notes.
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
• Include burn test data and chemical composition to distinguish from pyrotechnic devices
• File for EAR99 classification or BIS license if exceeding amateur rocket performance limits
• Label clearly as 'research propulsion system' to prevent reclassification as fireworks