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Used MD Helicopters MD 500 from Japan

The MD 500 series is a scout helicopter for police, observation, and light utility, with unladen weight well under 2,000 kg. Used models under HTS 8802.11.01.90 feature NOTAR anti-torque system eliminating tail rotor. Agile and low-maintenance for civilian applications.

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

Provide flight hour logs >1,000 for used verification; adhere to strict unladen weight protocol; prepare noise compliance cert for environmental regs