Garmin GNC 255A GPS Navigator from China

The Garmin GNC 255A is a panel-mount GPS navigator designed for general aviation aircraft, providing aeronautical navigation data, approach information, and terrain awareness for safe flight operations. It falls under HTS 9014.20.80 as an aeronautical navigational instrument other than compasses, specifically for space and air navigation applications. This device integrates GPS receiver technology with aviation databases for precise positioning.

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 TSO certification documentation to ensure compliance with aviation standards during customs clearance

Include detailed technical specs and end-use statements confirming aeronautical navigation to avoid misclassification as consumer electronics

Watch for ITAR restrictions on GPS tech; obtain export licenses from origin country if applicable

Garmin GNC 255A GPS Navigator from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9014.20.80