Alpha Jet from China
The Dassault/Dornier Alpha Jet is a light attack and advanced jet trainer aircraft used by various air forces. It qualifies under HTS 8802.30.0170 for used/rebuilt military airplanes in the 2,000-15,000 kg unladen weight range. Dual trainer/combat role designates it military.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Coordinate with Wassenaar Arrangement for dual-use military items reporting
• Ensure subheading note compliance by excluding fuel/crew from unladen weight docs
• Avoid reclassification risks by providing service history proving military use