Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Missile
The PAC-3 interceptor missile uses hit-to-kill technology with active radar homing for ballistic missile defense. Its guidance system designates it as a guided missile under HTS 9306.90.00.20.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If when part of complete surface-to-air missile system
Launcher-inclusive batteries classified under military weapons heading 9301.
If guidance electronics imported separately
Discrete seeker assemblies without airframe are electrical machines.
If for missile test instrumentation packages
Non-operational sensor suites for testing fall under measuring instruments.
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