Military Reconnaissance Satellite from Germany
A satellite designed for military intelligence gathering, equipped with high-resolution imaging and signals intelligence sensors for orbital surveillance. It falls under HTS 8802.60.90.20 as a military spacecraft used for defense reconnaissance missions. Excludes commercial or civilian satellites.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain ITAR export licenses and verify End-Use Certificate for military end-users to comply with defense trade controls
• Document unladen weight excluding fuel and crew; ensure classification as military via DoD specifications
• Avoid misclassification as commercial satellites (8802.60.90.60); consult CBP for advance rulings on dual-use tech