L3Harris GeoSat-2 Geostationary Satellite from Mexico
The L3Harris GeoSat-2 is a geostationary military communications satellite with X/Ka-band payloads, designed for a 15-year service life at approximately 36,000 km altitude. As a spacecraft (satellite) not classified as an unmanned aircraft, it falls under tariff item 8802.60.00, which covers spacecraft including satellites and launch vehicles.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the satellite is declared as a spacecraft under heading 88.02, not as telecommunications equipment of Chapter 85
• Provide technical documentation (e.g
• orbital parameters, payload specs) to support classification
• Verify whether export permits from the country of origin are required, as military communications satellites may be subject to controlled goods regulations