DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise Drone from Japan
The DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise is a compact unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for professional surveying, inspection, and mapping tasks. It features a modular thermal and RGB camera system with a maximum takeoff weight under 25 kg, classifying it as an 'other' unmanned aircraft under HTS 8806.99.00.00. This subheading covers non-military UAVs not specified elsewhere in heading 8806.
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 maximum takeoff weight documentation to confirm classification under 8806.99; exceeds 25kg shifts to 8806.91+ subheadings
• Include FCC certification and FAA registration docs; drones require Remote ID compliance for US import clearance
• Avoid misclassification as toys (9503); provide evidence of aerial navigation capabilities