8806.23.00.00 - With maximum take-off weight more than 7 kg but not more than 25 kg

This HTS category, 8806.23.00.00, specifically covers unmanned aircraft (drones) designed for remote-controlled flight that have a maximum take-off weight exceeding 7 kilograms but not exceeding 25 kilograms. This weight range is crucial for classification, distinguishing these larger, more capable drones from smaller models or those designed for professional aerial applications. The primary function of these aircraft is remote operation, meaning they are not autonomous in their flight path or mission execution without direct human input via a controller.

It is important to differentiate this category from its siblings. For instance, HTS code 8806.21.00.00 and 8806.22.00.00 classify lighter unmanned aircraft with maximum take-off weights of 250 grams or less, and more than 250 grams but not more than 7 kilograms, respectively. Conversely, 8806.24.00.00 and 8806.29.00.00 cover even heavier unmanned aircraft (over 25 kg up to 150 kg) or those that fall into an "other" category within this broader group. Therefore, the 7 kg to 25 kg weight threshold is the defining characteristic for this specific classification.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories for this particular code. All unmanned aircraft meeting the criteria of being remotely controlled and having a maximum take-off weight between 7 kg and 25 kg, inclusive, will be classified under 8806.23.00.00. This includes a wide array of drones used for applications such as advanced aerial photography, surveying, delivery services (where permitted by weight regulations), and other specialized remote-operated tasks.