Used Eurocopter AS350 Écureuil Helicopter from China
A used Eurocopter AS350 Écureuil (Squirrel) is a versatile light helicopter with unladen weight up to 2,450 kg, used for rescue and tourism. It matches HTS 8802.30.0180 for other used aircraft in the 2,000-15,000 kg range. Known for high-altitude performance.
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
• Dual FAA/EASA certification often required; provide both for smoother entry
• Document total airframe hours (<10,000 typical for 'used' acceptance)
• Avoid pitfall of incomplete de-registration from origin registry before import