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DJI Mavic 3 Drone from China

Professional drone exported for aerial photography abroad and returned to US. Covered by 9801.00.10.53 when associated with heading 8525 (transmission apparatus), returned within 3 years without modification.

Duty Rate — China → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• FAA registration documents prove US ownership and export history

• Declare battery status and flight logs to confirm no upgrades abroad

• Avoid bulk shipments that trigger manufacturing suspicion