Rebuilt Luscombe 8A Airplane from Japan
The Luscombe 8A is a classic two-seat light airplane from the 1940s, unladen weight under 1,000 kg, popular for sport flying. HTS 8802.20.01.80 for rebuilt vintage aircraft ≤2,000 kg. Not unmanned or spacecraft.
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
• Vintage aircraft need historical registry docs; prove non-new status
• Insure against transport damage, as classics have high restoration value
• Check for antique exemptions or special valuations