100 Percent Tariffs Take Effect on Thermal Drones, Including Chinese Systems Used by US Agencies
The duties cover heat-sensing drones and automated docking stations already used by U.S. public-safety agencies, with some purchases still underway.
U.S. Customs has started imposing new tariffs of up to 100 percent on imported thermal drones and automated docking systems, effective September 3. These duties specifically target equipment manufactured by Shenzhen-based DJI, which is currently utilized by U.S. police and public safety departments. Government records indicate that some agencies are continuing with plans or ongoing purchases of these Chinese-made systems.
- New Section 232 tariffs of up to 100 percent are now in effect on imported thermal drones and automated docking systems.
- The tariffs apply to equipment made by Shenzhen-based DJI, used by U.S. police and public safety agencies.
- Some U.S. agencies are still planning or carrying out purchases of DJI’s systems.
- Thermal drones use heat-sensing cameras, while docking stations enable remote operation, recharging, and automated launch/landing.
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