Airbus H225M Caracal Military Transport Helicopter from Japan
The Airbus H225M Caracal is a heavy-lift military helicopter with unladen weight around 5,850 kg, configured for special forces transport and SAR missions. Classified under HTS 8802.30.0120 as new military aircraft in the 2,000-15,000 kg range. It features fly-by-wire controls, dual engines, and military avionics suites.
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
• Use official manufacturer unladen weight specs compliant with subheading note definitions
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