U.S. imports of Radio Navigational Aid Apparatus (HS 852691) totaled $141.6M in August 2026, imported from 71 countries.
Importers of Radio Navigational Aid Apparatus paid $8.2M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 5.53% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataRadio navigational aid apparatus — ranging from receive-only units (8526910020, 8526910060) to active transceivers (8526910040, 8526910090) and dedicated satellite navigation receivers and apparatus (8526910050, 8526910080) — serves aviation, maritime, automotive, and precision-agriculture sectors. The US schedule draws a meaningful distinction between reception-only devices and those capable of transmission, which affects both tariff treatment and FCC equipment authorization requirements. GPS and GNSS receivers dominate commercial import volumes in this heading, and their classification between the satellite navigation lines and the broader NESOI lines can turn on whether the device integrates additional radio functions.
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4.3K import shipments a month
Satellite navigation receivers (8526910050) and satellite navigation apparatus (8526910080) are intended for devices whose primary function is receiving and processing satellite positioning signals. If a unit combines satellite navigation with other radio functions — such as cellular, AIS, or VHF communication — classification may shift to a different line or even a different heading depending on the essential character of the device. A binding ruling from CBP is advisable for multifunction units.
Yes. Radio frequency-emitting navigational devices generally require FCC equipment authorization (either certification or Supplier's Declaration of Conformity) before they can be marketed or operated in the US. Importers should confirm FCC authorization is in place prior to entry, as CBP may request evidence of compliance at the port.
Subheading 1 of 3 in heading 8526
Subheading 852691 · $141.6M of $384.7M
ImportsExports
Imports
$141.6MYoY · free account
Exports
$81.9MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $1.6B of Radio Navigational Aid Apparatus and exported $854.8M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
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rate provision · imports
45.8% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 5.53% of imports for consumption.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8526910040 | Radio Navigational Aid Apparatus, NESOI | $127.8M | 5.32% | 39.87% | $6.8M |
| 8526910020 | Radio Navigational Aid Apparatus, Reception Only | $20.4M | 6.83% | 58.23% | $1.4M |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8526910090 | Radio Navigational Aid Apparatus, NESOI | $45.2M |
| 8526910060 | Radio Navigational Aid Apprtus, Recptn Only, NESOI | $24.9M |
| 8526910050 | Satellite Navigation Receivers | $10.1M |
| 8526910080 | Satellite Navigation Apparatus | $1.7M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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