AeroSport Hang Glider from Japan
The AeroSport Hang Glider is a rigid-wing, non-powered aircraft launched by foot from hillsides for recreational soaring. Classified under HTS 8801.00.00.50 as 'other' non-powered aircraft, it meets the definition of a hang glider in the full hierarchy. This distinguishes it from powered ultralights.
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
• Document maximum take-off weight under subheading notes to confirm non-powered status
• Label clearly as 'aircraft' to prevent shift to recreational equipment tariffs