Aircraft Landing Gear Strut from China
A hydraulic shock-absorbing strut assembly for commercial jet aircraft landing gear systems. Falls under HTS 8807.90.90 as parts of heading 8802 airplanes, designed to withstand high-impact landings. Constructed from titanium and high-strength steel.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include load test certificates and hydraulic specifications to prove aircraft-specific design
• Verify if components contain hazardous materials requiring special declarations
• Use temporary importation under ATA Carnet for parts intended for maintenance and return