Sikorsky S-92 Utility Helicopter from Japan
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.
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 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