F-5 Tiger II from China
The Northrop F-5 Tiger II is a lightweight supersonic fighter aircraft widely exported for military use, known for its agility and low operating costs. HTS 8802.30.0170 applies to used or rebuilt versions with unladen weight 2,000-15,000 kg as military airplanes. Its fighter role confirms military aircraft status.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]
Import Tips
• Comply with AECA/ITAR for defense articles; register as manufacturer/importer with DDTC
• Submit unladen weight verification from OEM specs or post-rebuild certification