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U.S. Customs began collecting new Section 232 tariffs of up to 100 percent on imported thermal drones and automated docking systems on Sept. 3.
The duties apply to equipment made by Shenzhen-based DJI that is already used by U.S. police and public safety agencies, while government records show some agencies are still planning or carrying out purchases of the Chinese company’s systems.
Thermal drones use heat-sensing cameras to locate people, fires, or other heat sources. Docking stations allow compatible drones to launch, land, recharge, and operate remotely.
Agencies Still Buying DJI Systems
One of the clearest current examples is in South Carolina….
The duties apply to equipment made by Shenzhen-based DJI that is already used by U.S. police and public safety agencies, while government records show some agencies are still planning or carrying out purchases of the Chinese company’s systems.
Thermal drones use heat-sensing cameras to locate people, fires, or other heat sources. Docking stations allow compatible drones to launch, land, recharge, and operate remotely.
Agencies Still Buying DJI Systems
One of the clearest current examples is in South Carolina….


