Capricorn Space Pathfinder-1 Satellite from Japan
Pathfinder-1 is a commercial synthetic aperture radar (SAR) Earth observation satellite for defense applications. Falls under HTS 8802.60.90 as other satellites. Features X-band radar for 1m resolution imaging.
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
• Classify radar resolution capability to distinguish from optical satellites
• National security reviews required for SAR satellite technology imports
• Include encryption specifications for secure data downlink systems