Sikorsky S-92 Utility Helicopter

The Sikorsky S-92 is a heavy-lift twin-engine helicopter for search and rescue, offshore transport, and troop movement, exceeding 2,000 kg unladen. HTS 8802.12.0140 applies to this new civil model. Classification emphasizes its complete, flyable state.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8802.40.01Same rate: 35%

If over piston-engine weight limits but specialized

Other specialized aircraft may use different statistical suffixes.

8805.21.00.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as ground flying trainers

Training-configured helicopters have dedicated headings.

8479.89.95Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If primarily for industrial material handling without flight capability

Non-airworthy heavy-lift machines may classify as industrial machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed weight breakdown sheets excluding removable equipment to match subheading unladen definition

Address potential EAR/ITAR dual-use concerns with technology control plans for avionics

Use bonded transport for assembly states to defer duties until completion

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