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AsiaSat 9 Communications Satellite

AsiaSat 9 delivers Ku-band services for direct-to-home TV and broadband across Asia-Pacific from geostationary orbit. HTS 8802.60.30.00 applies as a communications satellite in the spacecraft heading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8802.60.90Same rate: 37.5%

If meteorological satellites

Weather data sats lack primary comms relay function.

8806.94.00.00Higher: 125% vs 37.5%

If under 250kg maximum take-off weight unmanned aircraft

Applies to small drones per subheading notes; large sats exceed and are spacecraft.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include apogee kick motor specs for full spacecraft affirmation

• Align with State Dept. for orbital debris mitigation plans

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