Meteorological Radiosonde Balloon from Germany
Disposable latex balloon carrying radiosonde instruments for upper-air weather data collection. Scientific balloon under HTS 8801.00.00 as non-powered aircraft.
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
• Bundle with radiosonde specs; declare as system
• Proof of scientific end-use prevents toy classification
• Bulk latex imports risk 4002 if not aircraft-specified