Bell 407 Light Helicopter

The Bell 407 is a four-blade, single-engine helicopter with unladen weight of 980 kg, ideal for EMS and law enforcement. Classified as new under HTS 8802.11.01.30 due to ≤998 kg unladen weight in flying order. Offers high performance in confined areas.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8802.60Lower: 10% vs 35%

If used Bell 407 models

Used aircraft regardless of weight go to 8802.60 subheadings.

8806.24.00Same rate: 35%

If modified for unmanned operations

Conversion to unmanned changes heading to 8806 with take-off weight basis.

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