Robin DR400 from Germany
The Robin DR400 is a single-engine, four-seat wooden-frame airplane with unladen weight under 2,000 kg, fitting HTS 8802.20.01.40 for new single-engine airplanes. It uses a Lycoming O-360 engine and is renowned for short-field performance. Traditional construction keeps it within weight limits.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document wood treatment for phytosanitary compliance; verify EASA Form 27 export cert; pitfall: misclassifying as vintage if recently manufactured