Capricorn Space Pathfinder-1 Satellite from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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