Falcon Sport Hang Glider from Japan
The Falcon Sport is a high-performance hang glider with a carbon fiber reinforced frame and Mylar-surfaced wings for enhanced glide ratios in competitive flying. It qualifies under HTS 8801.00.00.10 as a hang glider, a non-powered aircraft per the hierarchy for gliders and hang gliders. Pilot control is via prone harness, with no crew accommodations or fuel.
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
• Provide engineering drawings showing weight distribution to affirm 'normal flying order' status without added equipment
• Ensure packaging doesn't imply disassembly, as sets of parts could trigger 8803 classification
• Comply with aviation safety standards; lack of certs can lead to holds or re-export