Skydiving Ram-Air Parachute from Germany
A rectangular ram-air parachute designed for sport skydiving, featuring adjustable risers and a deployment bag. It falls under HTS 8804.00.00.00 as a complete parachute used for safe descent from aircraft. The canopy is made from ripstop nylon with reinforced panels for durability.
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
• Verify FAA or EASA certification documentation to ensure compliance with aviation safety standards
• Include detailed packing lists specifying canopy material and weight to avoid misclassification as textile goods
• Beware of common pitfalls like incomplete TIB declarations for recreational vs military use