88072000
AIRCRAFT, SPACECRAFT, AND PARTS THEREOF›Parts of goods of heading 8801, 8802 or 8806
Under-carriages and parts thereof
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Classification
CN code 880720 covers undercarriages and parts for aircraft including complete undercarriages, legs, wheels, aviation tyres, brakes, shock absorbers and retraction mechanisms.
EASA certification and export control
Landing gear as flight-critical parts subject to rigorous EASA requirements. EASA Form 1 mandatory. Materials subject to quality control and traceability. Export control may apply to military aircraft gear.
Import and trade
EASA Form 1, technical documentation and potential export licences required. Major manufacturers Safran, Collins Aerospace and Liebherr.
Aircraft undercarriages - EASA Part 21 and EU import
Importing aircraft undercarriages (CN 8807 20) into the EU is subject to EASA Part 21 regulations on aircraft parts certification. Every part installed in a certified aircraft must have an EASA Form 1 certificate. The MFN duty rate should be verified in TARIC. Aircraft parts may be subject to dual-use and end-use controls. An EORI number is required. Import VAT applies.
Frequently asked questions
Why is landing gear part traceability important?
Landing gear is flight-critical. Every part must have full traceability from manufacturer to end user. Counterfeit aviation parts pose serious safety risks. EASA Part 21 regulates production and certification.
What materials are used in aircraft landing gear?
High-strength aerospace steel, titanium alloys, 7000-series aerospace aluminium and composites meeting aviation specifications.
Are aircraft tyres classified under 880720?
Yes. Tyres specifically designed for aircraft fall under CN 880720 as undercarriage parts subject to EASA certification.
What certificates are required when importing aircraft undercarriages CN 8807 20?
Importing aircraft undercarriages (CN 8807 20) requires an EASA certificate (Form 1 for aircraft parts). An EORI number and customs declaration are needed. Check TARIC for the duty rate. Import VAT applies.
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