Returned American Cryogenic Rocket Engines from Japan
Liquid hydrogen/oxygen rocket engines manufactured in U.S. aerospace facilities, exported for hot-fire testing abroad, re-imported. HTS 9801.00.80 coverage.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit ITAR export authorization; provide thrust chamber test data; ensure cryogenic seal integrity certification