Photron FASTCAM Nova S16 from Germany
Photron FASTCAM Nova S16 records 1,000,000 fps with <50ns time resolution and high writing speeds, meeting HTS 8525.81.00.00 subheading requirements. Applied in combustion research and spray analysis, it captures phenomena at microsecond timescales. Its specialized high-speed specifications distinguish it from standard digital cameras.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Prepare binding ruling request if specs borderline; CBP requires proof of all three high-speed characteristics
• Include application description (research/industrial vs consumer) in entry summary
• Avoid 8525.89 classification by providing fps timing certifications from accredited labs