Boeing C-17 Globemaster III from Germany
The Boeing C-17 Globemaster III is a large military strategic airlifter designed for rapid air delivery of troops and cargo worldwide. It falls under HTS 8802.40.01.20 as a new military cargo transport airplane with an unladen weight exceeding 15,000 kg, optimized for tactical and strategic transport missions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify aircraft's military designation and unladen weight certification exceeds 15,000 kg per subheading note definition
• Obtain U.S. government end-user certificates for military imports to comply with ITAR and defense trade controls
• Avoid misclassification by confirming 'new' status; used aircraft shift to other subheadings