Cessna CH-1 Skyhook Helicopter from Japan
The Cessna CH-1 Skyhook is a historic single-seat light helicopter prototype with unladen weight under 2,000 kg, suitable for training. Under HTS 8802.20.0160 for new other aircraft not exceeding 2,000 kg, it fits as a non-unmanned helicopter. Classification relies on unladen weight excluding crew and fuel.
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
• Provide manufacturer's unladen weight certificate matching subheading definition; comply with bilateral airworthiness agreements; common error is classifying replicas or kits under parts headings