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HS HEADING 8804

Parachutes (including dirigible parachutes and paragliders) and rotochutes; parts thereof and accessories thereto

In plain English

This category includes parachutes, such as dirigible parachutes and paragliders, as well as rotochutes. It also covers the parts and accessories associated with these items. The classification groups all of these goods together under a single entry without further subdivision.

PARAPHRASE OF THE OFFICIAL HS 2022 TEXTS BELOW — NOT LEGAL ADVICE

6-digit subheadings (1)

Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.

8804.00

Parachutes (including dirigible parachutes and paragliders) and rotochutes; parts thereof and accessories thereto

Chapter 88 classification notes

Chapter 88 covers significant ITAR / EAR-controlled items; personal-import effectively zero. EASA + FAA + CAAC airworthiness certification required for any aircraft import.

Frequent misclassification in this chapter

Drones — consumer drones go to 8806 (since 2022 HS update); aircraft-grade UAVs may go to 8802.

Classification certainty

The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.

Binding tariff ruling database

Other headings in Chapter 88

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