Solid Rocket Motor for Model Rockets from Japan
A small solid propellant rocket motor designed for hobbyist model rockets, classified under HTS 8412.10.00.90 as a reaction engine other than turbojets. It generates thrust through the expulsion of high-speed exhaust gases from controlled combustion of solid fuel. Falls under this code due to its reaction engine principle excluding turbojet technology.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain ITAR export control approvals from the U.S
• State Department as rocket motors are munitions-listed items
• Provide detailed engineering specs and thrust data to confirm classification away from military-grade engines
• Avoid misclassification as toy parts by demonstrating functional propulsion capability exceeding recreational thresholds