Embraer EMB 312 Tucano Military Trainer Airplane from China
The EMB 312 Tucano is a turboprop military trainer airplane used for pilot instruction and light attack, with unladen weight below 2,000 kg. Classified under HTS 8802.20.0120 for new military airplanes due to its armament capabilities and defense procurement standards. It supports aerobatic training essential for air force programs.
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
• Submit DD Form 2345 for NATO-aligned defense imports to certify legitimate military end-use
• Document compliance with FAA Type Certification but note military exemptions apply
• Avoid common pitfalls by separating permanent equipment in weight declarations per HTS notes