DJI Mavic 3 Drone from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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