L3Harris GeoSat-2 Geostationary Satellite

GeoSat-2 is a geostationary military communications satellite with X/Ka-band payloads. Falls under HTS 8802.60.90 as other spacecraft (satellites). Designed for 15-year service life at 36,000 km altitude.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8802.60Same rate: 35%

If other specific spacecraft types

Military GEO satellites typically use general 'other' classification.

8517.62.00Lower: 32.5% vs 35%

If communication modules only

Satellite transceivers without structure classify under telecom equipment.

8806.92.00Same rate: 35%

If heavy unmanned (>250kg but <7 tons)

Large satellites may alternatively classify under UAV weight categories.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify geostationary orbit parameters (35,786 km) for spacecraft classification

DoD Foreign Military Sales (FMS) documentation required for military satellites

Anti-jam and frequency hopping specs must be redacted in public filings

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