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Aircraft Wing Deicing Heating Resistor from China

This electric heating resistor is assembled with a simple insulated former and electrical connections, specifically designed for anti-icing on aircraft wings. It generates heat to prevent ice buildup during flight in cold weather conditions, qualifying under HTS 8516.80.4000 due to its basic assembly and deicing purpose.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify the resistor meets 'simple insulated former' criteria with no complex components to avoid reclassification

Provide aviation certification documents proving deicing use for aircraft to ensure proper customs clearance