Robin DR400 from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document wood treatment for phytosanitary compliance; verify EASA Form 27 export cert; pitfall: misclassifying as vintage if recently manufactured