Parachutes (including dirigible parachutes and paragliders) and rotochutes; parts thereof and accessories thereto
1 declarable lines
Heading 8804 covers parachutes, including dirigible parachutes and paragliders, rotochutes, and their parts and accessories. It has a single declarable line, 8804.00.00.00. The general (MFN) duty rate for that line is 3%.
Products in this heading
- Skydiving main parachutes
- Reserve parachutes
- Paraglider canopies
- RotoChutes
- Cargo parachutes
- Parachute harnesses
- Parachute containers
- Parachute suspension lines
How to choose the right subheading
- Decide whether the item is a parachute, paraglider, rotochute, or a part or accessory of one of those.
- Confirm it is not an unmanned aircraft or a part of an unmanned aircraft; those go to headings 8806 and 8807.
- Confirm it is not a balloon, dirigible, glider, or hang glider, which are outside this heading.
- The heading has one declarable line, so the rate does not change by material or size.
Often confused with
- Heading 8801Hang glider
Non-powered aircraft such as hang gliders are classified in heading 8801, not as paragliders.
- Heading 8806Recreational drone
Unmanned aircraft are classified in heading 8806.
- Heading 8807Drone propeller
Parts of unmanned aircraft are classified in heading 8807.
- Heading 8801Hot air balloon
Balloons are classified in heading 8801.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for paragliders?
Paragliders are classified under 8804.00.00.00, with a general (MFN) duty rate of 3%.
What is the duty on parachutes?
Parachutes are classified under 8804.00.00.00 and carry a general (MFN) duty rate of 3%.
How do I classify parachute parts and accessories?
Parachute parts and accessories are classified under 8804.00.00.00 at the general (MFN) rate of 3% when they are parts or accessories of parachutes, paragliders, or rotochutes.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.