Federal agencies · Proclamation 11055 · Presidential proclamation

U.S. duties take effect on specified drone systems and components

Initial duties in effectRecorded action: September 3, 2026

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What happened

Section 232 duties took effect September 3, 2026, on the unmanned aircraft systems, docking stations, and components listed in the proclamation's first two annexes. A separate 25 percent duty on listed Annex III components is scheduled for February 9, 2027.

What the proclamation covers

The proclamation sets a 100 percent duty on specified larger UAS, thermal-imaging UAS, docking stations, and critical components, and a 25 percent duty on listed UAS weighing 25 kilograms or less. It also authorizes an onshoring incentive program and possible later additions to the covered-component list.

This is an executive trade action, not a proposed rule or a bill. Partner-country caps, product classifications, delayed treatment for certain approved systems, and onshoring exemptions can change the rate that applies to a particular import.

Verified October 27, 2026. This is a RobotMe summary of the official record; it is not legal advice.