Chapter 8804 — Customs Tariff Headings
Products classified under Tariff item 88.04
Ballistic Parachute System
> A rocket-launched whole-aircraft ballistic recovery parachute system designed for general aviation aircraft up to 3000 kg MTOW. The complete system includes the deployment rocket, canopy, and mounting hardware, and is used to lower the entire aircraft safely in an emergency. It qualifies as a parachute under tariff item 8804.00.10 because it is a complete parachute system, not merely parts or accessories.
8804.00.10Cargo Drop Parachute
> A large cluster parachute system designed for airdropping military supplies from aircraft, featuring a multi-cone design for loads up to 10 tons. It is a dirigible-style cargo parachute, which is explicitly included in the scope of tariff item 8804.00.10 as a parachute. The system is complete and ready for use, not a part or accessory.
8804.00.10Dirigible Parachute Canopy
> A steerable dirigible parachute canopy designed for precision landings in military or cargo drops, featuring ram-air vents for directional control. It is a complete canopy, not a part, and is explicitly covered by tariff item 8804.00.10 as a dirigible parachute. The canopy is ready for integration into a parachute system.
8804.00.10Military Personnel Parachute System
> A tandem parachute system for military airdrop operations, including main canopy, reserve, and harness assembly. It is a complete parachute system designed for human descent, falling under tariff item 8804.00.10 as a parachute. The system meets military standards and is ready for use.
8804.00.10Rotochute for Ultralight Aircraft
> A rotary-wing rotochute descent system for emergency use on powered parachutes and ultralights, featuring rotor blades and an inflatable canopy. It is a rotochute, which is explicitly included in tariff item 8804.00.10. The system is complete and ready for installation.
8804.00.10Skydiving Ram-Air Parachute
> A rectangular ram-air parachute designed for sport skydiving, featuring adjustable risers and a deployment bag. It is a complete parachute used for safe descent from aircraft, falling under tariff item 8804.00.10 as a parachute. The canopy is ready for use with a harness.
8804.00.20Emergency Drogue Chute
> A small stabilizing drogue parachute used for spin recovery in skydiving or aircraft emergencies. It is designed as a part of a larger parachute system and includes high-strength Spectra lines. Since it is a component used with parachutes, it qualifies as a part under tariff item 8804.00.20.
8804.00.20Parachute Harness and Container
> A padded harness with a reserve parachute container for skydivers, featuring quick-release buckles. It is an accessory to a parachute system, not a complete parachute. This qualifies as an accessory under tariff item 8804.00.20.
8804.00.20Parachute Line Keeper
> Elastic bands and plastic stows used to organize suspension lines during parachute packing. These are small accessories that aid in the maintenance and packing of parachutes. They qualify as accessories under tariff item 8804.00.20.
8804.00.20Parachute Packing Mat
> A specialized foldable mat for precise parachute canopy packing and maintenance. It is a ground support accessory used with parachutes. This qualifies as an accessory under tariff item 8804.00.20.
8804.00.20Parachute Ripcord and Pilot Chute
> A spring-loaded ripcord assembly with an extractable pilot chute for main parachute deployment. It is a component used to deploy a parachute, making it a part of a parachute system. This qualifies as a part under tariff item 8804.00.20.
8804.00.20Parachute Slider Protector
> A fabric sleeve that protects the deployment slider during parachute packing and use. It is an accessory that aids in the parachute opening sequence. This qualifies as an accessory under tariff item 8804.00.20.
8804.00.20Riser Line Set for Skydiving
> High-tenacity Dyneema risers connecting the harness to the parachute canopy with breakaway links. These are components of a parachute suspension system, making them parts of a parachute. This qualifies as a part under tariff item 8804.00.20.
8804.00.30Paraglider Rescue Parachute
A round emergency reserve parachute specifically designed for paraglider pilots, featuring ultra-light carbon risers and a rapid deployment system. This product is classified under tariff item 8804.00.30 as a part or accessory for paragliders, since it is integral to the safe operation of a paraglider and is not a complete parachute system for general use.
8804.00.30Paraglider Wing Canopy
A lightweight nylon canopy for foot-launched paragliding, complete with lines and risers for free-flight soaring. This product is explicitly named in the tariff item description as a paraglider, making it a primary classification under 8804.00.30. The canopy is designed solely for paragliding and not for parachuting or other aerial descent.