Airbus A400M Atlas from China
The Airbus A400M Atlas is a four-engine turboprop military airlifter for tactical and strategic cargo transport, featuring short takeoff capabilities. It qualifies for HTS 8802.40.01.20 as a new military cargo airplane exceeding 15,000 kg unladen weight.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Include manufacturer's unladen weight declaration matching subheading note's 'normal flying order' definition
• Comply with BIS export controls and provide end-user statements for NATO-standard military imports
• Watch for pitfalls in propeller vs jet classification; both covered if military cargo