Sikorsky S-92 Offshore Helicopter from Japan
Heavy-lift helicopter exported for North Sea oil rig operations, returned to US operator. Classifies under 9801.00.70.00 for aircraft re-imported after drawback export, with duties on survival equipment upgrades.
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
• List all SAR equipment and modifications added per foreign regulations
• Provide oil company lease termination and export documentation
• Ensure continued compliance with 14 CFR Part 29 certification