HamiltonJet HJX Series Waterjet from China
The HamiltonJet HJX Series is a high-performance hydrojet engine designed for marine propulsion in fast ferries and patrol boats. It operates by drawing water through an intake and expelling it at high velocity via a steerable nozzle to generate thrust, fitting squarely under HTS 8412.29.40.00 as a hydrojet engine for marine use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify engine specifications match 'hydrojet for marine propulsion' to avoid reclassification; provide detailed technical datasheets and marine certification; watch for anti-dumping duties on certain Asian manufacturers