F-35 Lightning II Avionics Control Unit from China

This avionics control unit is a critical electronic component for managing flight systems in the F-35 fighter jet, classified under HTS 8807.90.90.15 as a part of military aircraft (heading 8802) specifically for Department of Defense use. It integrates navigation, communication, and sensor data processing essential for defense operations.

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

Obtain prior approval from the Department of Defense or Coast Guard specifying end-use to qualify for this subheading

Comply with ITAR registration and export licensing; provide end-user certificates to avoid reclassification

Document unladen weight context if applicable, and avoid common pitfalls like missing defense procurement markings