Drone Technology Show Prototypes from China
UAV prototypes exhibited at drone industry conferences like DroneX. Exported for flight demonstrations then returned to U.S. developers. HTS 9801.00.60 covers temporary public technology expositions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Drone show flight demonstration schedules and FAA temporary export permits
• Prototype serial numbers and battery cycle counts prove exhibition-only use
• No commercial delivery flights abroad disqualifies temporary status