Bell UH-1Y Venom Military Helicopter from China
The Bell UH-1Y Venom is a twin-engine military utility helicopter used by the US Marine Corps for troop transport, reconnaissance, and close air support. It falls under HTS 8802.11.01.15 as a new military helicopter with an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg, classified as 'other aircraft' specifically helicopters for military purposes. Its lightweight design and permanent military fittings distinguish it from civilian models.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]
Import Tips
• Obtain ITAR export licenses from the US State Department prior to import; verify unladen weight certification excluding crew, fuel, and non-permanent equipment
• Ensure end-user certificates for military classification to avoid reclassification