Saab Sea Giraffe Gyrostabilized Camera System from Japan
Saab's Sea Giraffe features gyrostabilized television cameras for naval surface surveillance, providing stabilized video feeds in rough sea conditions with integrated radar fusion. Classified under HTS 8525.89.1000 for its gyro-stabilized TV camera functionality essential for broadcast-quality imaging from moving vessels. The system maintains horizon lock regardless of ship motion.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include NATO stock numbers and MIL-STD certifications in entry docs; check ITAR restrictions for defense electronics; avoid classifying as radar equipment if camera is principal function