DJI Matrice 30 Series Drone from China
The DJI Matrice 30 is a professional-grade unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for remote-controlled flight in enterprise applications like inspection and surveying. It has a maximum take-off weight of approximately 9 kg (under 150 kg but over 25 kg), classifying it under HTS 8806.24.00.00 as an other remote-controlled unmanned aircraft in this weight range per subheading notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain FAA registration and Remote ID compliance documentation for drones over 250g
• Provide manufacturer's MTOW certification to confirm classification within 25-150 kg range
• Avoid common pitfalls like classifying as toys if marketed for professional use