Federal Register #2026-16979

Presidential Proclamation Adjusting Imports of Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Components

This opportunity concerns a presidential proclamation adjusting U.S. import regulations for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and their components. - Government Buyer: - Executive Office of the President - Scope of Regulation: - Applies to all UAS and related components as defined in the proclamation annexes - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; covers all manufacturers of UAS and components - Tariff Adjustments: - 100% ad valorem duty on: - UAS with maximum take-off weight over 25 kilograms - UAS integrating thermal imagers - UAS docking stations - Certain critical UAS components - 25% ad valorem duty on: - UAS with maximum take-off weight of 25 kilograms or less - Certain UAS components - Lower duty rates for products from select trade partners if certified - Incentive Program: - Preferential tariff treatment for companies investing in new U.S. production facilities for UAS and components during facility construction - Ongoing Monitoring and Adjustments: - Government will monitor imports and may adjust tariffs or include additional components to protect national security - Notable Requirements: - Focus on national security risks, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and domestic production capacity - No specific product part numbers, quantities, or named OEMs; applies broadly to the UAS industry

Description

This presidential document addresses the adjustment of import regulations for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and their components into the United States. It responds to a report by the Secretary of Commerce finding that imports of UAS and components threaten national security due to reliance on foreign sources and associated risks. The proclamation imposes ad valorem duties on certain UAS and components, establishes an onshoring incentive program for domestic production, and authorizes ongoing monitoring and adjustments to tariffs to protect national security interests.

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