For use by the Department of Defense or the United States Coast Guard
Parts of goods of heading 8801, 8802 or 8806: > Other parts of airplanes, helicopters or unmanned aircraft > For use in civil aircraft: > For use by the Department of Defense or the United States Coast Guard
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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]
Products classified under HTS 8807.30.00.15
Predator Drone Landing Skids
Retractable landing skids for MQ-1 Predator UAV, DoD tactical drone. Classifies under HTS 8807.30.0015 as 8806 unmanned parts for DoD. Shock-absorbing for rough field recovery.
Black Hawk UH-60 Engine Nacelle
Engine nacelle cowling for UH-60 Black Hawk, DoD utility helicopter. HTS 8807.30.0015 for DoD helicopter parts. Thermal/acoustic insulation integrated.
Coast Guard HU-25 Guardian Rudder Assembly
Trim tab rudder for HU-25 Guardian jet, USCG maritime patrol. HTS 8807.30.0015 USCG airplane parts. Enhances handling in turbulence.
F-35 Fighter Jet Landing Gear Assembly
This landing gear assembly is a critical component for the F-35 Lightning II fighter jet, designed specifically for military operations under Department of Defense control. It falls under HTS 8807.30.0015 as a part of airplanes in heading 8802, explicitly for DoD use in civil aircraft contexts like military transport variants. The robust design handles high-impact landings on aircraft carriers.
MH-60 Seahawk Helicopter Rotor Blades
Rotor blades for the MH-60 Seahawk multi-mission helicopter, used by the US Coast Guard for search and rescue and by DoD for naval operations. Classified under HTS 8807.30.0015 as parts of helicopters (8802) for DoD/USCG civil aircraft applications. Composite materials ensure durability in maritime environments.
P-8 Poseidon Avionics Control Unit
The avionics control unit manages flight systems in the P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, operated by the US Navy (DoD). It qualifies for HTS 8807.30.0015 as an other part of airplanes for DoD use in civil-derived military aircraft. Integrates radar, navigation, and communication modules.
Coast Guard HC-130 Hercules Fuselage Panels
Lightweight composite fuselage panels for the HC-130 Hercules, used by USCG for long-range surveillance. Falls under HTS 8807.30.0015 as parts of airplanes designated for USCG in civil aircraft roles. Engineered for corrosion resistance in over-water missions.
MQ-9 Reaper Drone Wing Spars
Structural wing spars for the MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aircraft, employed by DoD for reconnaissance. Classified in HTS 8807.30.0015 as parts of unmanned aircraft (8806) for DoD civil applications. High-strength alloys support extended endurance flights.
DoD C-130J Cargo Door Mechanism
Hydraulic cargo door mechanism for C-130J Super Hercules transport aircraft used by DoD. Meets HTS 8807.30.0015 criteria as other airplane parts for military civil operations. Facilitates rapid airdrop and loading in tactical scenarios.
USCG MH-65 Dolphin Tail Rotor Gearbox
Precision gearbox for the tail rotor of MH-65 Dolphin helicopters operated by US Coast Guard. Under HTS 8807.30.0015 for USCG helicopter parts in civil missions like medevac. Reduces vibration for safe low-altitude hovering.
KC-46 Pegasus Fuel Tank Probes
Fuel quantity indicating probes for KC-46 Pegasus tanker aircraft, DoD asset for aerial refueling. HTS 8807.30.0015 applies as airplane parts for DoD civil tanker roles. Sensors ensure precise fuel management during boom operations.
Global Hawk UAV Sensor Mounts
Vibration-isolated mounts for sensors on RQ-4 Global Hawk unmanned aircraft, DoD surveillance platform. Fits HTS 8807.30.0015 as parts of 8806 unmanned aircraft for DoD use. Ensures stable imaging at high altitudes.
E-2 Hawkeye Radar Array Brackets
Custom brackets securing the radar array on E-2 Hawkeye airborne early warning aircraft for DoD. HTS 8807.30.0015 for DoD airplane parts in civil configurations. Alloy construction withstands carrier ops stresses.
USCG C-27J Spartan Wing Flaps
High-lift wing flaps for C-27J Spartan medium transport, USCG fleet for maritime patrol. Under HTS 8807.30.0015 as DoD/USCG airplane parts. Improves short-field performance on remote islands.
F/A-18 Super Hornet Canopy Frame
Titanium canopy frame for F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter, DoD carrier-based aircraft. HTS 8807.30.0015 for military civil airplane parts. Ejection-compatible design for pilot safety.