Arleigh Burke-class Destroyer from China
The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer is a guided-missile destroyer designed for multi-mission roles including anti-aircraft, anti-submarine, and anti-surface warfare. It falls under HTS 8906.10.00.00 as a warship due to its primary military combat capabilities and armament, distinguishing it from commercial vessels.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Obtain prior approval from defense authorities for import; ensure end-user certificates verify military use
• Comply with ITAR regulations for controlled military equipment
• Avoid misclassification as commercial ships to prevent penalties