F-35 Lightning II Air Combat Simulator from Japan
A full-motion air combat simulator replicating the F-35 fighter jet for pilot training in dogfighting and mission scenarios. It falls under HTS 8805.21.00.00 as a ground flying trainer specifically designed as an air combat simulator. Includes cockpit, visuals, and motion platform for realistic combat simulation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify if the simulator qualifies for duty-free entry under NATO agreements or US defense import programs
• Provide detailed technical specs and end-user certificates to confirm classification as a ground flying trainer
• Ensure ITAR compliance for export-controlled components; common pitfall is misclassifying as general video games