Boeing F-15EX Eagle II from China
The F-15EX Eagle II is an advanced fourth-generation air superiority fighter with enhanced avionics, payload capacity, and fly-by-wire controls. Classified under HTS 8802.40.01.15 as a new military fighter exceeding 15,000 kg unladen weight, supporting short-range, high-speed interception missions.
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
• Provide detailed aircraft specifications including unladen weight certification from FAA or equivalent
• Secure State Department approval for defense articles under USML Category VIII
• Avoid misclassification by confirming fighter designation via military specs, not trainer variants