High-Speed Book Scanner from Germany
An overhead optical scanner using dual cameras to non-destructively digitize entire books and bound volumes at production speeds. It qualifies under HTS 8471.60.80.00 as an optical input device for ADP systems transcribing printed text into coded digital format. Used in libraries for mass digitization projects.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include optical resolution specs and software compatibility details in entry docs
• Confirm CE marking for European-sourced units and laser safety classifications
• Prevent duty increases by distinguishing from photographic equipment in Chapter 90