DJI Mavic 3 Drone from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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