AN/PVS-14 Monocular Night Vision Device from China
The AN/PVS-14 is a single-tube night vision monocular using a Gen 3 photocathode to amplify available light into electrons for visible imaging in low-light conditions. It mounts on helmets or weapons and meets subheading 8525.83 criteria by converting photons to electrons via photocathode technology, excluding thermal imaging. Primarily used by military and law enforcement for tactical operations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify ITAR/EAR export controls as military-grade night vision; obtain proper end-user certificates
• Ensure photocathode specs documented to distinguish from thermal (8525.89)
• Test for radiation tolerance if dual-use