Cessna 208B Grand Caravan Military Variant from China
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan is a single-engine turboprop airplane adapted for military surveillance and transport roles, with an unladen weight under 2,000 kg. It falls under HTS 8802.20.0120 as a new military airplane designed for short-field operations in tactical environments. Its lightweight construction and versatility make it ideal for armed forces in remote areas.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]
Import Tips
• Obtain ITAR export licenses from the U.S
• State Department prior to import, as military aircraft are defense articles
• Verify unladen weight certification excluding crew, fuel, and non-permanent equipment per subheading notes
• Include end-user certificates to avoid re-export restrictions under international arms control agreements