ZWO Seestar S30 Smart Telescope from United States
The ZWO Seestar S30 is an all-in-one smart telescope with a 30mm aperture and app-controlled GoTo functionality for automated astronomical imaging. Despite its electronic controls, its primary optical telescope function places it 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 — United States → Canada
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Consumer Products Safety · May be required
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
• Declare the Seestar S30 as an optical telescope under 9005.80.10, emphasizing its astronomical viewing purpose
• Be prepared to explain the GoTo functionality is ancillary to the optical function
• Verify if the CBSA requires any certifications for wireless features if applicable