Skydiving Ram-Air Parachute from Japan
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 — 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
• 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