DJI Mavic 3 Drone from China

The DJI Mavic 3 is a compact unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for remote-controlled flight, featuring a folding design, 4K camera, and obstacle avoidance sensors. It falls under HTS 8806.29.00.00 as an unmanned aircraft for remote-controlled flight only, not capable of autonomous operation beyond line-of-sight control. Primarily used for aerial photography and videography by hobbyists and professionals.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]

Import Tips

Verify FAA registration requirements for drones over 0.55 lbs and include compliance documentation in shipments

Label products clearly with manufacturer details, weight, and remote-control only capabilities to meet HTS classification

Avoid misclassification as toys by providing technical specs proving aviation functionality; common pitfall leads to audits