Eurocopter AS532 Cougar Rebuilt Military Helicopter from China
The AS532 Cougar is a multi-role military helicopter rebuilt for transport, search-and-rescue, and anti-submarine warfare. Exceeding 2,000 kg unladen weight, it is classified under HTS 8802.12.0160 as a used/rebuilt military helicopter. Features include folding rotors for shipboard operations.
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
• Include military surplus documentation and declassification letters if transitioning from active service
• Perform weight and balance verifications to ensure compliance with unladen weight definitions
• Address potential EAR/ITAR overlaps for any retained military electronics or weaponry