KAC CNVD-LO Long Range Night Vision Clipper from Germany
The KAC CNVD-LO is a clip-on night vision device that uses Gen 3 unfilmed white phosphor tubes with a photocathode to amplify ambient light into electrons for extended range detection. It is designed for sniper systems and operates without thermal components. This product falls under tariff item 8525.83.00 because it uses photocathode-based light amplification as specified in Subheading Note 3.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 8525830000; Equal To 8525830000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Confirm the device is photocathode-based and not thermal to ensure classification under 8525.83.00
• Keep technical documentation on the Gen 3 tube for customs clearance
• Check for any restrictions on importing night vision devices