Section 232 drone tariffs land September 3: 100% duty on thermal UAS
A Section 232 proclamation signed August 13 imposes a 100% duty on drones over 25 kg, thermal-capable UAS, docking stations and critical components from September 3, with 25% on lighter consumer models. The tariff lands on a US category already short of stock after UFLPA customs detentions and the FCC Covered List.