Schweizer 300Cbi Light Helicopter from China
The Schweizer 300Cbi is a three-seat turbine training helicopter with unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg. HTS 8802.20.0160 designates it as new other aircraft such as helicopters, distinct from unmanned in 8806. Classification hinges on subheading unladen weight note.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include training hour logs if applicable for valuation; ensure rotor blades certified separately if needed; common issue: misweight due to optional equipment