Airbus H125 Helicopter from Japan
The Airbus H125 (formerly AS350 B3e) is a single-engine light helicopter with unladen weight of about 1,134 kg, used for utility, rescue, and tourism. It qualifies for HTS 8802.11.01 as a helicopter under the 2,000 kg unladen weight limit.
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
• Secure end-user certificates to prevent military diversion under ITAR regulations
• Calculate unladen weight excluding removable equipment like cargo hooks
• Use specialized aviation freight forwarders experienced in aircraft disassembly