8526.10.00 - Radar apparatus

This HTS category, 8526.10.00, specifically encompasses radar apparatus. Radar systems, utilizing radio waves to detect objects and determine their distance, angle, or velocity, are the primary goods classified here. This includes a wide array of radar equipment, such as ground-based surveillance radar, air traffic control radar, weather radar, and even smaller, specialized units used for various detection purposes. The core function revolves around the transmission and reception of radio signals for object detection and tracking.

While at the same hierarchical level, the sibling category, ": Other:", indicates classifications for items that are related but do not precisely fit into the defined subcategories. This implies that 8526.10.00 is a distinct grouping for the specific technology of radar, differentiating it from other radio navigational aid or remote control apparatus that might fall under broader or different headings.

Within the 8526.10.00.00 classification, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification based on the intended application or installation of the radar apparatus. These subcategories, such as those designed for boat or ship installation or "other" general applications, provide more granular detail for customs purposes, allowing for specific tariff treatments or reporting requirements based on the end-use or installation environment of the radar equipment.