Sikorsky S-76D Helicopter from Japan
The Sikorsky S-76D is a medium twin-engine helicopter with unladen weight around 5,800 kg, used for offshore transport and VIP services. It is covered by HTS 8802.30.01.60 for new helicopters 2,000-15,000 kg unladen weight.
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
• Provide OEM unladen weight statement matching subheading note; flag any composites for duty prefs
• Pitfall: crew seats as permanent—include in weight