Cessna 172 Skyhawk from Japan
The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is a single-engine, four-seat, high-wing airplane with an unladen weight under 2,000 kg, classified under HTS 8802.20.01.40 as a new single-engine airplane. It features a Lycoming IO-360 engine and fixed landing gear, ideal for flight training and personal use. This lightweight aircraft fits the 'other' category for new airplanes not exceeding the weight limit.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FAA airworthiness certification and export certificate of airworthiness from the country of origin; verify unladen weight documentation to confirm subheading eligibility; ensure compliance with FAA Part 21 import regulations to avoid customs holds