Seawolf-class Submarine from Japan
The Seawolf-class is a stealthy attack submarine with superior speed, sensors, and weapons for undersea warfare. Classified as a warship in HTS 8906.10.00.00 for its advanced hunter-killer design.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify pressure hull materials separately if imported as parts
• Ensure acoustic stealth certification
• Pitfall: environmental regs for submarine coatings