Nimitz-class Aircraft Carrier from Germany
The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier supports air wing operations with catapults, arrestor gear, and nuclear propulsion for power projection. It is a warship under HTS 8906.10.00.00 due to its primary combat aviation role.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Coordinate with naval architecture experts for customs entry
• Include flight deck equipment in valuation
• Pitfall: separate classification of aircraft elevators as machinery