Auto-Gyro Cavalon Gyroplane from Germany
The Auto-Gyro Cavalon is a two-seat autogyro (gyroplane) with pusher propeller and open cockpit, unladen weight under 450 kg. Classified in HTS 8802.20.01.15 as 'other aircraft' (not pure helicopter or airplane) with unladen weight ≤450 kg. Meets flying order definition excluding non-permanent items.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish from ultralights; provide gyroplane-specific type certificate
• Document rotor as permanently fitted to avoid parts classification
• Check country-specific rotorcraft import quotas