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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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