Optical Drift Meter from China
An optical drift meter that measures a ship's drift velocity by visually tracking sea surface patterns against a fixed reticle. It is a specialized navigational appliance used to compensate for ocean currents during navigation, falling under tariff item 9014.80.00 for other navigational instruments and appliances.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the drift meter is declared as a navigational instrument under 9014.80.00, not as a general optical device
• Have technical documentation ready to demonstrate its navigational use to the CBSA
• Verify if any end-use certificates are required for marine equipment