Coast Guard HC-130 Hercules Fuselage Panels from Japan
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.
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
• USCG Form CG-2554 end-user statement required for duty-free qualification
• Inspect for anti-corrosion treatments to avoid chemical classification pitfalls
• Bundle with maintenance logs to prove DoD/USCG provenance