U.S. exports of Unmanned Aircraft, 7 kg to 25 kg Maximum Take-Off Weight (NESOI) (HS 880693) totaled $1.0M in August 2026.
Importers of Unmanned Aircraft, 7 kg to 25 kg Maximum Take-Off Weight (NESOI) paid $2K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 0.27% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Unmanned Aircraft, 7 kg to 25 kg Maximum Take-Off Weight (NESOI) imports of $573K in August 2026 ran 21% above the year-to-date monthly average of $473K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataMid-weight NESOI unmanned aircraft in the 7–25 kg class — classified under 8806930000 — serve demanding commercial roles including precision agriculture, powerline inspection, and cargo logistics in remote areas. Vietnam and France are the leading US import sources, representing both emerging low-cost manufacturing and established European aerospace engineering in this segment. Unlike their RC-only counterparts in 8806.23, these platforms typically incorporate autonomous flight modes, which drives both their NESOI classification and their higher per-unit value.
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UAS above 25 kg require full FAA airworthiness certification, but aircraft in the 7–25 kg range may operate commercially under Part 107 with a Remote Pilot Certificate, provided they meet the rule's operational limitations. Flights beyond visual line of sight, over people, or at night require specific FAA waivers. Importers planning commercial deployment should map the intended operations against Part 107 requirements before finalizing procurement.
Agricultural spraying UAS are generally classified as unmanned aircraft under HTS Chapter 88 rather than as agricultural machinery under Chapter 84, because the aircraft function is primary. However, if a platform is imported as a system with integrated spraying equipment, CBP may examine whether the essential character is that of an aircraft or an agricultural appliance. Consulting a licensed customs broker before importing integrated ag-drone systems is advisable.
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Subheading 880693 · $1.0M of $47.0M
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$573KYoY · free account
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$1.0MYoY · free account
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Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $5.3M of Unmanned Aircraft, 7 kg to 25 kg Maximum Take-Off Weight (NESOI).
Through August 2026 · exports 10 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Exports · August 2026
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France and Israel together take 82% of it.
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90.3% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.27% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8806930000 | Unmanned Aircraft Max Take-Off Wt 7kg - 25kg NESOI | $573K | 0.27% | 9.69% | $2K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8806930000 | Unmanned Aircraft Max Take-Off Wt 7kg - 25kg NESOI | $1.0M |
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.