Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot System
The Garmin GFC 500 is an advanced digital autopilot designed for general aviation aircraft, providing coupled approaches, altitude preselect, and flight director functions. It automates navigation and flight control tasks. This product is classified under tariff item 9014.20.00 as an automatic pilot for aeronautical navigation, other than compasses.
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 |
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37), and on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 9014200020; Equal To 9014200020. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the autopilot is for non-aeronautical navigation
Other navigational instruments are classified in the same heading.
If the autopilot is an automatic regulator
Automatic regulating instruments fall under heading 90.32.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the autopilot is not classified as a complete flight management system under heading 90.14
• Confirm that the product meets Transport Canada's certification standards for autopilots
• Provide a clear description of its navigational functions for CBSA
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