Boeing 757-200 from Japan
The Boeing 757-200 is a twin-engine turbofan narrow-body airliner with unladen weight of about 14,200 kg, optimized for transcontinental flights with 200-239 seats. It qualifies for HTS 8802.30.01.40 as a new turbofan-powered multiple-engine airplane exceeding 4,536 kg but not over 15,000 kg unladen. Primarily used by airlines for medium-haul passenger services.
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
• Submit manufacturer's unladen weight declaration aligned with subheading note definition for audit-proofing
• Secure end-user certificates to demonstrate commercial aviation use, avoiding defense-related scrutiny
• Watch for pitfalls in multi-engine count; ensure documentation specifies twin turbofans explicitly