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Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles
United States to Virgin Islands, U.S. Trade Analysis
for Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles
Detailed tariff information for Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles imports
Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles Tariff Rate
Limited data available; specific trade volume for HS Code 8802 not publicly detailed for this route
Year
2023
Trend
Stable, with minimal fluctuations due to niche product category and intra-U.S. territory trade
Special Rates
Insular Possession Exemption
Free
Applies to goods imported into the U.S. Virgin Islands from the United States under special provisions for insular possessions.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Virgin Islands Expands Helicopter Import Deal with U.S. Mainland
A new agreement has been signed to facilitate the import of helicopters from the U.S. mainland to the U.S. Virgin Islands for tourism and emergency services, boosting the local aviation sector.
2023-10-15
Impact: This deal is expected to increase trade volume in aircraft (HS Code 8802) between the U.S. and the Virgin Islands, potentially reducing costs for local operators and improving service capabilities.
U.S. Virgin Islands Seeks Satellite Technology Partnership with U.S. Firms
The U.S. Virgin Islands government is in talks with U.S.-based aerospace companies to establish satellite communication infrastructure, aiming to enhance connectivity in the region.
2023-09-22
Impact: This initiative could lead to increased trade in spacecraft and satellite components (HS Code 8802) between the regions, fostering technological advancements and economic growth.
New Helicopter Fleet Acquisition for U.S. Virgin Islands Emergency Response
The U.S. Virgin Islands has finalized the purchase of a fleet of emergency response helicopters from U.S. manufacturers to improve disaster preparedness.
2023-08-10
Impact: This acquisition strengthens trade ties in the aircraft sector (HS Code 8802) and supports U.S. manufacturers while enhancing safety infrastructure in the Virgin Islands.
Policy Updates
U.S. Virgin Islands Exempts Aircraft Imports from Local Taxes
The U.S. Virgin Islands government has introduced a policy to exempt imports of helicopters and other aircraft (HS Code 8802) from certain local taxes to encourage investment in aviation infrastructure.
Date: 2023-07-05
U.S. Customs Streamlines Import Procedures for Aerospace Goods
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has updated procedures to expedite the clearance of spacecraft and aircraft (HS Code 8802) imports to territories like the U.S. Virgin Islands, reducing delays.
