Aircraft Parts from 🇫🇷 France: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for aircraft parts imported from France. Total 2025 imports: $4.1B.
Quick answer for US importers
What is the US import duty on aircraft parts from France?
Aircraft Parts imported into the United States from France must be classified under the correct HTS code before the US duty rate can be confirmed. The rate depends on the 10-digit HTS classification, base MFN duty, country-of-origin rules, and any special tariff program or trade remedy that applies to the shipment.
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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Search Aircraft Parts HTS codesTop Aircraft Parts Imports from France (2025)
| HS6 Code | Description | Import Value | Duties Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 880240 | AIRPLANES AND OTHER AIRCRAFT NESOI, OF AN UNLADEN WEIGHT EXCEEDING 15,000 KG | $3.3B | $12M |
| 880230 | AIRPLANES AND OTHER AIRCRAFT NESOI, OF AN UNLADEN WEIGHT EXCEEDING 2,000 KG BUT NOT EXCEEDING 15,000 KG | $739M | $6M |
| 401130 | NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES, OF RUBBER, OF A KIND USED ON AIRCRAFT | $44M | $2M |
| 880220 | AIRPLANES AND OTHER AIRCRAFT NESOI, OF AN UNLADEN WEIGHT NOT EXCEEDING 2,000 KG | $22M | $5K |
| 700721 | LAMINATED SAFETY GLASS, OF SIZE AND SHAPE SUITABLE FOR INCORPORATION IN VEHICLES, AIRCRAFT, SPACECRAFT OR VESSELS | $6M | $142K |
| 840910 | PARTS FOR SPARK-IGNITION OR ROTARY INTERNAL COMBUSTION PISTON ENGINES OR COMPRESSION-IGNITION INTERNAL COMBUSTION PISTON ENGINES, FOR AIRCRAFT | $4M | $219K |
| 700719 | TOUGHENED (TEMPERED) SAFETY GLASS, NOT SUITABLE FOR INCORPORATION IN VEHICLES, AIRCRAFT, SPACECRAFT OR VESSELS | $2M | $279K |
| 880622 | UNMANNED AIRCRAFT FOR REMOTE-CONTROLLED FLIGHT ONLY, WITH MAXIMUM TAKE-OFF WEIGHT MORE THAN 250 G BUT NOT MORE THAN 7 KG | $1M | $64K |
| 880510 | AIRCRAFT LAUNCHING GEAR AND PARTS THEREOF; DECK-ARRESTORS OR SIMILAR GEAR AND PARTS THEREOF | $959K | $107K |
| 700729 | LAMINATED SAFETY GLASS, NOT SUITABLE FOR INCORPORATION IN VEHICLES, AIRCRAFT, SPACECRAFT OR VESSELS | $811K | $101K |
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Last verified: June 2, 2026
Rates and trade context on this page are checked against official tariff, customs, trade-policy, and import-data sources. Use the calculator for an item-specific duty stack before making entry, quote, or purchase decisions.
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 France?
Aircraft Parts imported from France 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 France?
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.
What HTS codes apply to aircraft parts from France?
Aircraft Parts classifications depend on product details such as material, construction, use, and value. Start with the HTS codes listed on this page, then confirm the exact 10-digit HTS code before filing an entry.
Is this page about US import duty or France import duty?
This page covers US customs duty when aircraft parts are imported into the United States from France. It is not France's own import tariff schedule for goods entering France.
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