Galilean Prism Telescope Finder
A red-dot finder for telescopes that uses Galilean prisms from heading 90.01 and erecting lenses from heading 90.02. This quick alignment tool incorporates goods of headings 90.01 and 90.02, making it classifiable under tariff item 9005.90.11 as a telescope accessory.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the finder does not incorporate goods of heading 90.01 or 90.02.
This item covers other telescope accessories without such incorporated optical elements.
If the finder is a complete optical instrument, not just an accessory.
Other instruments of heading 90.05, such as complete finders, are classified under 9005.80.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the finder is declared as an accessory to telescopes, not as a standalone optical instrument
• Provide documentation showing the incorporation of prisms and erecting lenses to support the classification
• Check if the red-dot feature affects classification under other headings
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Compact Roof Prism Corrective Binoculars Module
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