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