Trump imposes drone tariffs: 100% on heavy models, 25% on the rest

The US introduced tariffs on drones and components: 100% for aircraft over 25 kg or with thermal imaging, and 25% for smaller drones and parts. Allies including the EU, Japan, South Korea, Switzerland and Taiwan face 15%, while the UK gets 10%. The move aims to cut reliance on Chinese hardware, where DJI holds about 80% of the market.

• 100% tariff applies to drones over 25 kg and thermal models
• 25% tariff covers smaller drones and all components
• Allies face 15%, the UK gets a 10% rate
• DJI holds roughly 80% of the global drone market