Helium Weather Balloon from Germany
A large latex or mylar balloon filled with helium used for meteorological research to carry instruments aloft. Classified under HTS 8801.00.00 as a balloon, a non-powered aircraft, distinct from toy balloons due to scientific payload capacity.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide payload and burst altitude specs to distinguish from toy balloons under 9503
• Ensure documentation includes end-use for meteorological or research purposes to prevent reclassification