Virginia-class Submarine from China

The Virginia-class submarine is a nuclear-powered fast-attack submarine equipped for intelligence gathering, battle space preparation, and mine warfare. Classified under HTS 8906.10.00.00 as a warship for its combat-oriented design and advanced weaponry systems.

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

Secure nuclear non-proliferation clearances alongside standard warship approvals

Document full disassembly status if applicable to avoid chapter note reclassification

Verify armaments compliance with international arms control treaties