Aircraft Parts from 🇩🇪 Germany: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for aircraft parts imported from Germany. Total 2025 imports: $1.6B.
Section 232 — Steel
25% tariff on steel imports under Section 232 national security authority.
Section 232 — Aluminum
10% tariff on aluminum imports under Section 232 national security authority.
HTS Codes for Aircraft Parts — Duty Rates
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| HS6 Code | Description | Import Value | Duties Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 880240 | AIRPLANES AND OTHER AIRCRAFT NESOI, OF AN UNLADEN WEIGHT EXCEEDING 15,000 KG | $1.5B | $6M |
| 700729 | LAMINATED SAFETY GLASS, NOT SUITABLE FOR INCORPORATION IN VEHICLES, AIRCRAFT, SPACECRAFT OR VESSELS | $20M | $3M |
| 880220 | AIRPLANES AND OTHER AIRCRAFT NESOI, OF AN UNLADEN WEIGHT NOT EXCEEDING 2,000 KG | $12M | $167K |
| 700719 | TOUGHENED (TEMPERED) SAFETY GLASS, NOT SUITABLE FOR INCORPORATION IN VEHICLES, AIRCRAFT, SPACECRAFT OR VESSELS | $8M | $962K |
| 840710 | AIRCRAFT SPARK-IGNITION RECIPROCATING OR ROTARY INTERNAL COMBUSTION PISTON ENGINES | $4M | $119K |
| 880230 | AIRPLANES AND OTHER AIRCRAFT NESOI, OF AN UNLADEN WEIGHT EXCEEDING 2,000 KG BUT NOT EXCEEDING 15,000 KG | $4M | $13K |
| 880100 | BALLOONS AND DIRIGIBLES; GLIDERS, HANG GLIDERS AND OTHER NON-POWERED AIRCRAFT | $3M | $108K |
| 840910 | PARTS FOR SPARK-IGNITION OR ROTARY INTERNAL COMBUSTION PISTON ENGINES OR COMPRESSION-IGNITION INTERNAL COMBUSTION PISTON ENGINES, FOR AIRCRAFT | $2M | $158K |
| 700721 | LAMINATED SAFETY GLASS, OF SIZE AND SHAPE SUITABLE FOR INCORPORATION IN VEHICLES, AIRCRAFT, SPACECRAFT OR VESSELS | $2M | $205K |
| 700711 | TOUGHENED (TEMPERED) SAFETY GLASS, OF SIZE AND SHAPE SUITABLE FOR INCORPORATION IN VEHICLES, AIRCRAFT, SPACECRAFT OR VESSELS | $979K | $119K |
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Last verified: June 2, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the US tariff on aircraft parts?
Most civil aircraft parts enter duty-free under the WTO Agreement on Trade in Civil Aircraft. HTS 8803 (aircraft parts) and qualifying items in HTS 8411 (aircraft engines) are covered by this agreement.
Do military aircraft parts have different tariffs?
Military aircraft and parts may have different tariff treatment and require export/import licenses. They are not covered by the Civil Aircraft Agreement and may face standard MFN duty rates plus ITAR restrictions.
What HTS codes cover aircraft components?
Aircraft and parts are in HTS Chapter 88. Key codes include 8802 (aircraft), 8803 (parts for aircraft), and 8411 (turbojet and turboprop engines). Many items qualify for duty-free treatment under the Civil Aircraft Agreement.
What tariffs apply to aircraft parts from Germany?
Aircraft Parts imported from Germany are subject to the standard MFN base duty rate, plus Section 232 — Steel, Section 232 — Aluminum tariff overlays. Use the duty calculator to get the exact rate for your HTS code.
How do I calculate the landed cost for aircraft parts from Germany?
The landed cost includes the product value (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties (base rate plus any applicable overlays), Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464% of value, min $29.66), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125% of dutiable value). Use our landed cost calculator to get the full breakdown.
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