William Optics ZenithStar 61 APO Refractor Telescope from Mexico
The William Optics ZenithStar 61 is a premium apochromatic refractor telescope with a 61mm aperture, designed for astrophotography and visual astronomy. Its superior color correction optics qualify it as a high-end optical telescope under tariff item 9005.80.10. It is not excluded by Chapter 90 notes as it is not a machine or technical instrument.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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 9005801000; Equal To 9005801000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Classify the telescope under 9005.80.10 as an optical telescope, ensuring it is not mistaken for a machine part
• Check if the CBSA requires a product description that highlights its astronomical use
• Consider obtaining a ruling if you are unsure about the classification of the apochromatic optics