HS Code 8802.20 : Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
Tariff data verified: July 2026
EN (Official WCO)
FR (Pending)
ES (Pending)
The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg is 8802.20. Under the 2026 United States (USITC HTS), the representative MFN general duty rate is Free [USITC HTS Tariff Schedule 2026].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 88
Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles
Heading 8802
Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles
Subheading .20
.20
Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
United StatesUnited KingdomEuropean UnionCanadaMexicoChinaJapanIndiaAustraliaSouth KoreaGermanyNetherlandsBrazilTürkiyeChinese TaipeiVietnamThailandIndonesiaMalaysiaSingaporeSaudi ArabiaUnited Arab EmiratesSouth AfricaEgyptIsraelChileColombiaPeruPhilippinesPakistanNew ZealandNorwayNigeriaKenyaMoroccoArgentinaEcuadorBangladeshUkraineKazakhstanQatarKuwaitOmanJordanBahrainSri LankaTunisiaGhanaCôte d'IvoireGeorgiaCambodiaPanamaCosta RicaDominican Republic
United States (USITC HTS 2026)
8802.20.01
MODULE 5: US IMPORT DUTY & FEE BREAKDOWN (LANDED COST STACK)
Federal Import VAT / GST
0.00%
US Has NO Federal VAT
Notice: Duty rates and trade remedies change frequently (Section 301, Section 232, anti-dumping orders, de minimis thresholds). Duty calculations are estimates for informational purposes only. Always verify exact rates with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or a licensed customs broker prior to import.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)
China Section 301 Tariff Status
0% Additional Duty (Exempt)
Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status
Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)
EU CBAM Carbon Alert
Not in Scope
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
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| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| P | United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) | Free | Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules. |
| KR | U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) | Free | Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin. |
| AU | U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement | Free | Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA. |
| A / D | GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) | Free | 35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg
MODULE 11: Official CBP CROSS Binding Classification Rulings
No official CBP CROSS classification precedents indexed for subheading 880220 yet.
US National HTS Tariff Lines (8802.20)
| HTS Code | Description | General Rate | Special (FTA) Rate | Column 2 Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8802.20.01 | Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg | Free | Free | 30% | — |
| 8802.20.01.15 | Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg, Of an unladen weight not exceeding 450 kg | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8802.20.01.20 | Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg, Other, New, Military aircraft, Airplanes | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8802.20.01.30 | Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg, Other, New, Military aircraft, Other aircraft | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8802.20.01.40 | Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg, Other, New, Other, Single engine airplanes | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8802.20.01.50 | Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg, Other, New, Other, Multiple engine airplanes | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8802.20.01.60 | Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg, Other, New, Other, Other aircraft | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8802.20.01.70 | Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg, Other, Used or rebuilt, Military aircraft | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8802.20.01.80 | Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg, Other, Used or rebuilt, Other aircraft | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
US 10-Digit Statistical HTS Breakout (8802.20)
8 Declarable Lines · USITC 2026| 10-Digit HTS Code | Statistical Description | General MFN Rate | FTA / Special Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8802.20.01.15 | Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles: Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg Of an unladen weight not exceeding 450 kg | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 8802.20.01.20 | Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles: Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg Other: New: Military aircraft: Airplanes | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 8802.20.01.30 | Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles: Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg Other: New: Military aircraft: Other aircraft | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 8802.20.01.40 | Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles: Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg Other: New: Other: Single engine airplanes | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 8802.20.01.50 | Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles: Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg Other: New: Other: Multiple engine airplanes | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 8802.20.01.60 | Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles: Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg Other: New: Other: Other aircraft | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 8802.20.01.70 | Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles: Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg Other: Used or rebuilt: Military aircraft | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 8802.20.01.80 | Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles: Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg Other: Used or rebuilt: Other aircraft | Free | Base MFN | No. |
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 8802.11 | Subheading under Heading 8802 | HS 8802.11 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 8802.12 | Subheading under Heading 8802 | HS 8802.12 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 8802.30 | Subheading under Heading 8802 | HS 8802.30 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 8802.40 | Subheading under Heading 8802 | HS 8802.40 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
MODULE 13: Industry Classification & Crosswalk Mesh (NAICS & Schedule B)
U.S. Census NAICS Code
U.S. Census Schedule B (Exports)
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Chapter 88 Tariff Schedule (2026) ↗
Official U.S. 10-digit tariff lines and general duty rates for Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg.
CBP CROSS Ruling Database (8802.20) ↗
Binding customs classification precedents for Heading 8802.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg is classified under HS 8802.20 (Heading 8802, Chapter 88). The representative US MFN general duty rate is Free.
How is HS 8802.20 distinguished within Heading 8802 (Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles)?
Heading 8802 covers Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles. Subheading 8802.20 specifically isolates Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8802.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8802.20?
Related subheadings under Heading 8802 include 8802.11, 8802.12, 8802.30, 8802.40, 8802.60. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg?
Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.
Can goods under HS 8802.20 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg?
Commercial shipments of Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 8802.20?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.
What U.S. Census NAICS industry code corresponds to HS 8802.20?
HS 8802.20 maps to NAICS code 336411 (Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing) under official U.S. Census Bureau trade concordance tables.
Does the United States assess federal VAT or GST on imports of HS 8802.20?
No. The United States does NOT charge a federal Value-Added Tax (VAT) or Goods and Services Tax (GST) on imports. Importers pay customs duty + MPF + HMF (if ocean freight).
How are Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) calculated?
MPF is assessed at 0.3464% of entered value (min $32.71, max $634.62 per entry). HMF is assessed at 0.125% on ocean freight shipments entering US ports.
What is the Section 321 de minimis duty-free threshold for HS 8802.20?
Under Section 321 (19 U.S.C. 1321), eligible shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free and tax-free.
What U.S. Customs bond requirements apply to commercial entries under HS 8802.20?
Formal entries with customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require a continuous customs entry bond (CBP Form 301) to guarantee payment of duties, taxes, and fees.
What Importer Security Filing (ISF 10+2) rules apply to ocean imports of HS 8802.20?
Ocean container shipments bound for US ports require electronic ISF 10+2 submission via ACE at least 24 hours before loading at foreign ports.
How do USMCA preference rules apply to commercial imports under HS 8802.20?
Qualifying originating goods from Canada or Mexico meeting USMCA tariff-shift or Regional Value Content (RVC) rules enter duty-free under SPI code 'P'.
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