Rocket Lab Electron Orbital Launch Vehicle from Germany
The Electron is a small-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of delivering 300 kg to low-Earth orbit. It classifies under HTS 8802.60.90 as other spacecraft launch vehicles. Uses electric pump-fed Rutherford engines.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify payload capacity to LEO to distinguish from suborbital sounding rockets
• Include kick stage specifications if equipped for multi-orbit missions
• Comply with U.S
• Munitions List requirements for complete launch vehicles