Controllable Pitch Copper Propeller from China
Adjustable pitch propeller hub and blades from phosphor bronze for ferries and workboats. HTS 8487.10.0040 covers copper propellers for boats/ships sans electrical parts. Allows variable thrust for efficient maneuvering.
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
• Document hydraulic-free design to exclude Chapter 84; provide pitch range specs
• Pitfall: classifying multi-part kits as single units