Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor from China
The F-22 Raptor is a twin-engine stealth fighter optimized for air dominance with supercruise capability and advanced sensor fusion. It qualifies for HTS 8802.40.01.15 as a new military fighter airplane with unladen weight over 15,000 kg.
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
• Document stealth coatings and avionics as permanently fitted equipment excluded from unladen weight
• Comply with AECA/ITAR for all defense services and technical data transfers
• Use manufacturer's empty weight statement matching chapter note definition for customs valuation