Boeing F/A-18E Super Hornet Used from China
The F/A-18E Super Hornet is a carrier-based multirole fighter jet imported in used condition for military operations. Classified under HTS 8802.40.0180 due to its military design, unladen weight exceeding 15,000 kg, and prior service history. It supports air superiority and strike missions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
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
• Conduct FAA airworthiness inspections even for military imports to confirm structural integrity
• Prepare detailed maintenance logs proving 'used' status to justify the rebuilt/used subheading
• Avoid misdeclaration as civil transport by highlighting weapon hardpoints in technical specs