Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II from Mexico
The F-35 Lightning II is a fifth-generation stealth multirole fighter aircraft designed for air superiority, ground attack, and electronic warfare missions. It falls under HTS 8802.40.01.15 as a new military fighter airplane with an unladen weight exceeding 15,000 kg, classified specifically for fighters in the military aircraft category.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Obtain ITAR export licenses and end-user certificates due to military classification and sensitive technology
• Verify unladen weight documentation exceeds 15,000 kg using official manufacturer specs to confirm subheading
• Coordinate with U.S. military or government agencies for customs clearance on defense imports