Aerospool Merlin Ultralight Trike from Japan
Aerospool Merlin is a weight-shift microlight trike aircraft with high-wing and open frame, unladen ≤450 kg. HTS 8802.20.01.15 for other light aircraft by weight. Used in recreational microlight flying.
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
• Classify as 'aircraft' not 'vehicle'; provide flight test data
• Secure microlight association endorsements
• Avoid fuel-included weighing