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Solid Rocket Booster Nozzle Vectoring Ring from Japan

Flexseal or fluid injection thrust vector control ring for large solid rocket boosters used in space launch systems. Reaction engine part classified under HTS 8412.90.9050.

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

• Flexseal deflection angle and actuation force specifications confirm TVC function

• Scale documentation (3+ meter diameter) verifies large booster application

• Reference specific launch vehicle programs (e.g

• SLS, Ariane 5) for classification context