HS 8806: Unmanned aircraft

General Rate
0%
Sub-codes
35
GST
10%
Chapter

HS Codes Under Heading 8806

CodeDescriptionUnitGeneral Rate
8806-10-00‑Designed for the carriage of passengers0%
8806-10-00With one or more rotorsNo0%
8806-10-00OtherNo0%
8806-2‑Other, for remote‑controlled flight only:0%
8806-21-00‑‑With maximum take‑off weight not more than 250 g0%
8806-21-00With one or more rotorsNo0%
8806-21-00OtherNo0%
8806-22-00‑‑With maximum take‑off weight more than 250 g but not more than 7 kg0%
8806-22-00With one or more rotorsNo0%
8806-22-00OtherNo0%
8806-23-00‑‑With maximum take‑off weight more than 7 kg but not more than 25 kg0%
8806-23-00With one or more rotorsNo0%
8806-23-00OtherNo0%
8806-24-00‑‑With maximum take‑off weight more than 25 kg but not more than 150 kg0%
8806-24-00With one or more rotorsNo0%
8806-24-00OtherNo0%
8806-29-00‑‑Other0%
8806-29-00With one or more rotorsNo0%
8806-29-00OtherNo0%
8806-9‑Other:0%
8806-91-00‑‑With maximum take‑off weight not more than 250 g0%
8806-91-00With one or more rotorsNo0%
8806-91-00OtherNo0%
8806-92-00‑‑With maximum take‑off weight more than 250 g but not more than 7 kg0%
8806-92-00With one or more rotorsNo0%
8806-92-00OtherNo0%
8806-93-00‑‑With maximum take‑off weight more than 7 kg but not more than 25 kg0%
8806-93-00With one or more rotorsNo0%
8806-93-00OtherNo0%
8806-94-00‑‑With maximum take‑off weight more than 25 kg but not more than 150 kg0%
8806-94-00With one or more rotorsNo0%
8806-94-00OtherNo0%
8806-99-00‑‑Other0%
8806-99-00With one or more rotorsNo0%
8806-99-00OtherNo0%

FTA Preferential Rates

These Free Trade Agreements may offer reduced duty rates for HS 8806 products:

Classification Guidance

Heading 8806 belongs to Chapter 88 in Section XVII (Vehicles, aircraft, vessels).

View Chapter 88 classification notes
Note 1. For the purposes of this Chapter, “unmanned aircraft” means any aircraft, other than those of 8801.00.00, designed to be flown without a pilot on board. They may be designed to carry a payload or equipped with permanently integrated digital cameras or other equipment which would enable them to perform utilitarian functions during their flight. “Unmanned aircraft”, however, does not cover flying toys, designed solely for amusement purposes (9503). Subheading Notes 1. For the purposes of 8802.11.00 to 8802.40.00, "unladen weight" means the weight of the machine in normal flying order, excluding the weight of the crew and of fuel and equipment other than permanently fitted items of equipment. 2. For the purposes of 8806.21.00 to 8806.24.00 and 8806.91.00 to 8806.94.00, “maximum take‑off weight” means the maximum weight of the machine in normal flying order, at take‑off, including the weight of payload, equipment and fuel.

Important

Rates shown are general (MFN) duty rates. Total landed cost includes GST (10% on CIF + duty), Import Processing Charge ($50-

92), and biosecurity levy ($46.20-$73.56). Goods valued under AUD
,000 may qualify for the Low Value Imported Goods threshold. Use the calculator for a complete breakdown.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty on unmanned aircraft in Australia?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HS 8806 (Unmanned aircraft) is 0%. Preferential rates may be available under 2 Free Trade Agreements.

How many sub-codes are under HS heading 8806?

There are 35 statistical codes under heading 8806 in the Australian tariff schedule. See the full table below for rates and descriptions.

Get the total landed cost for HS 8806 — duty, GST, IPC, and biosecurity included.

Other Headings in Chapter 88