Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 85439035: Assemblies and Subassemblies for Flight Data Recorders

The HS Code 85439035 refers to assemblies and subassemblies for flight data recorders. These components are made up of two or more parts that are fastened together, excluding printed circuit assemblies. Flight data recorders, also known as black boxes, are crucial devices used in aviation to record and store flight data and cockpit voice recordings. They play a vital role in accident investigations and improving aviation safety.

When it comes to international trade, the HS Code is used to classify and identify specific products for customs and tariff purposes. The HS Code 85439035 specifically categorizes assemblies and subassemblies for flight data recorders. By using this code, customs officials can easily identify and track these components during the import and export process.

Duty Rates and Tariff Preference Programs

For products classified under HS Code 85439035, the bound/MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate is 2.6%. The MFN duty rate is the rate that applies to all trading partners of a country. It is the baseline rate applied unless the country has entered into a specific trade agreement or preference program with another country.

In the case of assemblies and subassemblies for flight data recorders, there are several special tariff preference programs that allow for duty-free treatment. These programs include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP): Provides duty-free treatment for eligible products from developing countries.
• Australia Special Rate: Duty-free treatment under the Automotive Products Trade Act (APTA).
• Bahrain Special Rate: Duty-free treatment.
• Agreement on Trade in Civil Aircraft: Duty-free treatment.
• NAFTA for Canada: Duty-free treatment under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Chile Special Rate: Duty-free treatment.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Duty-free treatment for qualifying countries in the Caribbean Basin region.
• Israel Special Rate: Duty-free treatment.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): Duty-free treatment for eligible products from Andean countries.
• Jordan Special Rate: Duty-free treatment.
• Morocco Special Rate: Duty-free treatment.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Duty-free treatment under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Oman Special Rate: Duty-free treatment.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Duty-free treatment.
• Peru Special Rate: Duty-free treatment.
• Singapore Special Rate: Duty-free treatment.

These special tariff preference programs aim to promote trade, economic development, and cooperation between countries by eliminating or reducing import duties on specific products.

Importing and Exporting US States

When it comes to the import and export of products classified under HS Code 85439035, there are specific states within the United States that are involved:

Importing US States:

• New Mexico
• North Carolina
• Oklahoma
• South Dakota
• Arizona
• Arkansas
• Minnesota
• Oregon
• Rhode Island
• Alabama
• Illinois
• Kentucky
• Michigan
• Missouri
• Ohio
• South Carolina
• Tennessee
• Texas

Exporting US States:

• North Carolina
• Oklahoma
• Arizona
• New Mexico
• Puerto Rico
• North Dakota
• District of Columbia

These states are involved in either importing or exporting assemblies and subassemblies for flight data recorders, indicating the demand and supply of these components within the United States.

The HS Code 85439035 is important for classifying assemblies and subassemblies for flight data recorders in international trade. It helps customs officials identify and track these components, and it also provides information on duty rates and tariff preference programs that may apply. Understanding the HS Code and its associated data is essential for businesses involved in the import and export of these products.