Hot Air Balloon Envelope from Japan
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 — 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
• 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