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U.S. imports of parachutes, dirigible parachutes, rotochutes & parts (HS 880400) totaled $4.6M in April 2026, traded with 37 countries.
Importers of Parachutes, Dirigible Parachutes, Rotochutes & Parts paid $203K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $1.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataParachutes of all types — including steerable (dirigible) canopies and rotochutes — along with their parts and accessories, are consolidated under a single 10-digit line (8804000000), covering both military and civilian applications from sport skydiving rigs to cargo delivery systems. Canada and the United Kingdom are the leading US import sources, reflecting established defense and sport-aviation supply chains in both countries. Importers of military-specification parachutes should assess ITAR applicability, while sport parachute equipment may be subject to FAA Technical Standard Order (TSO) requirements depending on intended use.
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Yes. Parachutes intended for use in civil aviation operations in the US must meet FAA Technical Standard Order TSO-C23, and imported units must be accompanied by documentation demonstrating compliance. Parachutes used solely for non-aviation activities (e.g., certain military cargo drops under DoD contracts) may fall under different regulatory frameworks.
A dirigible parachute is a steerable canopy that allows the user to maneuver laterally during descent, as opposed to a non-steerable round canopy. Both types are classified under 8804000000, so the distinction does not create a separate tariff line, but it may be relevant for FAA TSO compliance documentation and product liability purposes.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8804000000 | PARACHUTES(ALSO DIRIGIBLE CHUTES)&ROTOCHUTES&PRTS | $4.6M | 13.50% | $203K |
PARACHUTES(ALSO DIRIGIBLE CHUTES)&ROTOCHUTES&PRTS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8804000000 | PARACHUTES(ALSO DIRIGIBLE CHUTES)&ROTOCHUTES&PRTS | $17.7M |
PARACHUTES(ALSO DIRIGIBLE CHUTES)&ROTOCHUTES&PRTS
62.3K kg
PARTS OF PLANES OR HELICOPTERS, NESOI
HS 880730
AIRPLANE & OT A/C, UNLADEN WEIGHT > 15,000 KG
HS 880240
AIRPLANE & A/C UNLADEN WGHT > 2000, NOV 15000 KG
HS 880230
PARTS OF GOODS OF HEADING 8801, 8802 OR 8806 NESOI
HS 880790
UNDERCARRIAGES AND PARTS THEREOF
HS 880720
HELICOPTERS OF AN UNLADEN WEIGHT NOT OVER 2000 KG
HS 880211
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $83K | $6.4M | +$6.3M |
| California | $2.3M | $1.7M | -$605K |
| Virginia | $12K | $2.8M | +$2.8M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEATTLE-TACOMA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, WA | $21K | $4.7M | +$4.7M |
| WASHINGTON, DC | -- | $2.8M | +$2.8M |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $44K | $1.7M | +$1.7M |