Meteorological Radiosonde Balloon
> A disposable latex balloon carrying radiosonde instruments for upper-air weather data collection. This is a non-powered balloon used for utilitarian purposes, not a toy or amusement article. It falls under tariff item 8801.00.90 as "Other" non-powered aircraft.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the balloon is designed for amusement and not for scientific purposes
Flying toys are excluded from Chapter 88 by legal note.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• > Confirm the balloon is not a toy; flying toys are excluded from Chapter 88
• Provide documentation of its scientific use to support classification as a non-powered aircraft
• Check if the radiosonde instruments are separately classified under Chapter 90
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