Breeze Lightweight Hang Glider from Japan
The Breeze is an ultralight hang glider optimized for portable transport, with a magnesium alloy frame weighing under 30kg unladen and batwing nylon sail. Falls under HTS 8801.00.00.10 as a hang glider, defined as non-powered in the balloons/gliders hierarchy. Relies solely on wind for lift.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify unladen weight excluding removable items to match subheading note definitions
• Use aviation-specific invoices; generic 'sports gear' descriptions lead to delays
• Test for wind resistance claims that might blur lines with kites