Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II STOVL Variant from Japan
The F-35B is a short takeoff/vertical landing multirole fighter aircraft for military use. Under HTS 8802.40.0130, it is a new military airplane exceeding 15,000 kg unladen weight, though typically lighter—classified here per 'other' military specification.
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
• Consult AECA/ITAR for all fighter aircraft importations
• Provide manufacturer certification of new condition and military designation
• Watch for misclassification pitfalls with hybrid STOVL configurations