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
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
• 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