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
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
• 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