Hot Air Balloon Envelope from Germany
The fabric envelope of a hot air balloon, designed to be filled with heated air to provide lift for recreational or sport flights. This falls under HTS 8801.00.00 as it is a key component of a balloon, a non-powered aircraft relying on buoyancy rather than engines.
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
• Verify the envelope meets aviation safety standards like FAA or EASA certification for import clearance
• Include detailed technical specs on fabric weight and volume capacity to avoid misclassification as textile goods