Robinson R44 Raven II Helicopter from Japan
The Robinson R44 Raven II is a four-seat, single-engine light helicopter with an unladen weight of approximately 680 kg, designed for private and training use. It falls under HTS 8802.11.01.30 as a new helicopter with an unladen weight not exceeding 998 kg, excluding crew, fuel, and non-permanent equipment. This classification applies to its normal flying order weight per subheading notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify unladen weight certification from manufacturer, excluding fuel/crew, to confirm ≤998 kg per subheading note
• Obtain FAA or equivalent airworthiness documentation and export certificates for customs clearance
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring it's not an unmanned aircraft, which falls under heading 8806