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U.S. imports of remote-controlled unmanned aircraft, over 150 kg maximum take-off weight (HS 880629) totaled $776K in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Remote-Controlled Unmanned Aircraft, Over 150 kg Maximum Take-Off Weight imports of $776K in April 2026 ran 128% above the year-to-date monthly average of $340K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataUnmanned aircraft exceeding 150 kg MTOW and designed exclusively for remote-controlled flight represent the heaviest RC UAS tier in the US tariff schedule, classified under 8806290000. The United Kingdom and Canada are the primary US import sources in this category, supplying platforms used in defense logistics, border patrol, and large-payload commercial missions. Aircraft of this size are subject to full FAA airworthiness certification requirements equivalent to manned aircraft, and export control considerations — including ITAR and EAR licensing — are routinely triggered given the defense relevance of platforms in this weight class.
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Yes. Large RC unmanned aircraft frequently appear on the US Munitions List (ITAR) or the Commerce Control List (EAR), depending on their design specifications and intended use. Foreign manufacturers exporting to the US may require State Department or Commerce Department licenses, and US importers should confirm the export authorization status of the platform before purchase to avoid delays at entry.
CBP looks to the aircraft's design intent and technical specifications: if the platform is engineered and marketed solely for remote-controlled operation without onboard autonomous navigation capability, it falls under the 8806.2x RC series. Platforms with autopilot, waypoint navigation, or autonomous return-to-home functions are generally classified under the 8806.9x NESOI series. Technical documentation and manufacturer specifications are critical evidence in any classification determination.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED ARAB EMIRATES | -- | $6.8M | +$6.8M |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $750K | -- | -$750K |
| BRAZIL | -- | $516K | +$516K |
| ISRAEL | -- | $375K | +$375K |
| CANADA | -- | $121K | +$121K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8806290000 | RC UNMANNED AIRCRAFT MAX TAKE-OFF WT GT 150 KG | $776K | 10.84% | $3K |
RC UNMANNED AIRCRAFT MAX TAKE-OFF WT GT 150 KG
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8806290000 | RC UNMANNED AIRCRAFT MAX TAKE-OFF WT GT 150 KG | $7.9M |
RC UNMANNED AIRCRAFT MAX TAKE-OFF WT GT 150 KG
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | -- | $7.4M | +$7.4M |
| Virginia | $750K | $375K | -$375K |
| North Carolina | -- | $116K | +$116K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHOENIX, AZ | $750K | $6.8M | +$6.1M |
| HOUSTON, TX | -- | $516K | +$516K |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $6K | $375K | +$369K |