DoD MQ-9 Reaper Rotor Blades from China

Rotor blades for MQ-9 Reaper UAV rotors, used by Department of Defense. Provides lift for this MTOW-over-250kg unmanned system under heading 8806. HTS 8807.10.0015 for DoD-specific parts.

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

Cite 8806.21 MTOW subheading notes in supporting docs (>7000kg for Reaper)

UAS-specific FCC/ITAR filings needed alongside CBP entry

Distinguish from fixed-wing props to maintain rotor classification

DoD MQ-9 Reaper Rotor Blades from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8807.10.00.15