Paraglider Wing Canopy from Japan
A lightweight nylon canopy for foot-launched paragliding, with lines and risers for free-flight soaring. It qualifies under HTS 8804.00.00.00 explicitly including paragliders as aerial descent apparatus. Weight-optimized for maximum take-off under 100kg.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label products with DHV or EN certification numbers for EU harmonized standards compliance
• Declare as 'paraglider' not 'kite' to prevent misrouting to toy tariffs
• Check for rotochute features that might require aviation branch verification