Reusable Military Spaceplane Prototype from Japan
An experimental suborbital spaceplane for military rapid global strike and reconnaissance missions, capable of runway takeoff and landing. Classified HTS 8802.60.90.20 as military spacecraft supporting hypersonic defense tech development.
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
• Classify prototype as complete spacecraft if flight-ready; document test flight parameters
• ITAR registration mandatory; include DARPA or equivalent military contract details