Carbon Fiber Drone Body from Germany
The structural chassis or body shell of a unmanned aerial vehicle made from carbon fiber laminate for strength-to-weight optimization. Classified under HTS 6815.19.00.00 as other articles of carbon fibers for non-electrical uses, distinct from complete aircraft or toys.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit engineering specs proving non-electrical function and carbon fiber composition to prevent reclassification as aircraft parts
• Label clearly as component parts, not complete drones, to stay outside Chapter 88 aircraft headings
• Check for FAA compliance markings which may trigger additional scrutiny but don't affect HTS classification