Military Personnel Parachute System from Germany
A tandem parachute system for military airdrop operations, including main canopy, reserve, and harness assembly. Classified under HTS 8804.00.00.00 for parachutes and parts designed for human descent. It meets MIL-STD specifications for static-line deployment.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain ITAR export licenses if transshipping through the US, as military parachutes may require defense trade controls
• Provide technical specs on unladen weight and deployment mechanism to distinguish from civilian models
• Avoid delays by pre-clearing with CBP for dual-use items that could trigger anti-dumping scrutiny