KAI FA-50 Golden Eagle from Japan
The KAI FA-50 Golden Eagle is a light multirole fighter/supersonic trainer with advanced avionics. HTS 8802.30.0110 covers this new military fighter due to its combat capabilities and unladen weight exceeding 2,000 kg but not over 15,000 kg. It supports both air-to-air and close air support missions.
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
• Secure Directorate of Defense Trade Controls approval for technology transfers
• Maintain records proving 'new' status versus refurbished military aircraft
• Consult aerospace valuation experts for proper customs value declaration