8806.22.00.00 - With maximum take-off weight more than 250 g but not more than 7 kg

This HTS category, 8806.22.00.00, specifically classifies unmanned aircraft designed for remote-controlled flight that have a maximum take-off weight exceeding 250 grams but not exceeding 7 kilograms. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly referred to as drones, are intended for recreational, commercial, or professional use where the operator controls the aircraft from a distance. Examples include many consumer-grade camera drones, small surveying drones, and certain hobbyist aircraft within this specific weight range.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. 8806.21.00.00 covers lighter unmanned aircraft with a maximum take-off weight of 250 grams or less. Conversely, 8806.23.00.00 and 8806.24.00.00 encompass heavier drones exceeding 7 kg, with further subdivisions based on weight up to 150 kg. The residual category, 8806.29.00.00, is for other unmanned aircraft not falling into these defined weight brackets, or those with functionalities beyond simple remote-controlled flight.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the primary classification criterion for goods falling under 8806.22.00.00 is the precise adherence to the specified maximum take-off weight range, alongside the explicit designation as an unmanned aircraft intended solely for remote-controlled flight. Careful verification of the manufacturer's specifications regarding maximum take-off weight is essential for correct declaration.