Hisdesat 1A Communications Satellite from Mexico
Hisdesat 1A is a Spanish X- and Ka-band military/government communications satellite for secure data links. It is covered by HTS 8802.60.30.00 despite dual-use, as a communications satellite spacecraft.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain DDTC authorization for military payloads
• Document encryption standards to support comms classification
• Avoid bulk import with other defense articles triggering special licenses