Robinson R44 Raven II Helicopter from China
The Robinson R44 Raven II is a four-seat light helicopter with an unladen weight around 680 kg, popular for private flying and training. Classified under HTS 8802.11.01 due to its unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify engine and avionics specs match declared unladen weight calculations
• Include manufacturer's weight and balance certificate in import documentation
• Beware of temporary import bonds for aircraft under repair or demonstration