Boeing C-130J Super Hercules from Japan
The Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules is an advanced tactical airlifter for military cargo and troop transport from unprepared runways. Though near the weight threshold, military C-130J variants qualify under HTS 8802.40.01.20 when unladen weight exceeds 15,000 kg.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Precise unladen weight verification critical as some configurations border 15,000 kg limit
• Leverage FMS program documentation for streamlined military aircraft entry
• Avoid retail packaging confusion; these import as government/military assets