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CCTV Telephoto Lens 12-50mm

A telephoto varifocal lens with a 12-50mm range for long-range CCTV monitoring, featuring an attached motor for auto-iris. Entered separately with electrical connectors for PTZ camera integration, this mounted objective lens is designed for surveillance applications. It falls under tariff item 9002.11.90 as an objective lens for cameras, other than those specified in tariff item 9002.11.10.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2%—2%
🇲🇽Mexico2%—2%
🇺🇸United States2%—2%
🇩🇪Germany2%—2%
🇯🇵Japan2%—2%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9002.11.10Lower: Free vs 2%

If the lens is for commercial video production or projectors

Tariff item 9002.11.10 covers lenses for specific commercial uses, which may have different duty treatment.

8525.89.00Lower: Free vs 2%

If imported as part of a complete PTZ camera unit

A complete camera with integrated lens is classified under the camera heading, not as a separate optical element.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare the lens as a mounted objective lens for CCTV cameras, separate from any camera or PTZ unit

• Confirm whether the motorized auto-iris affects classification; it remains under heading 9002 as an optical element

• Keep records of the lens specifications for CBSA inspection

Related Products under Tariff item 9002.11.90

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A varifocal CCTV lens with a 6-15mm focal length range, featuring a DC auto-iris motor and electrical connector for automatic light adjustment. Sold separately for security camera retrofits, this mounted objective lens is designed for use in closed-circuit television systems. It falls under tariff item 9002.11.90 as an objective lens for cameras, other than those specified in tariff item 9002.11.10.

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Objective Lens

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CCTV Motorized Zoom Lens 5-50mm

A motorized zoom objective lens with a 5-50mm range and electrical connectors for remote control in CCTV systems. Supplied separately from cameras for easy upgrade in surveillance installations, this mounted lens is designed for closed-circuit television applications. It is classified under tariff item 9002.11.90 as an objective lens for cameras, other than those specified in tariff item 9002.11.10.

CCTV Varifocal Lens 2.8-12mm

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Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R Objective Lens

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IR Corrected CCTV Lens 4mm Fixed

A fixed focal length 4mm mounted lens optimized for infrared night vision in CCTV cameras, with an attached non-electrical connector. Entered separately, it ensures sharp focus in both day and low-light conditions for surveillance applications. This lens falls under tariff item 9002.11.90 as an objective lens for cameras, other than those specified in tariff item 9002.11.10.