Spire Global Weather Satellites from Japan
Spire's nanosatellites collect radio occultation data for global weather forecasting and maritime tracking. Classified under HTS 8802.60.90 as other satellites. Each satellite weighs under 5 kg with GNSS receivers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document GPS-derived atmospheric profile capability to support spacecraft classification
• Classify constellation batches with serial numbers for inventory tracking
• Include ITU frequency filings for satellite communication bands