Vesper Marine WatchMate GPS Vision PCB from Japan
Advanced printed circuit assembly for Vesper WatchMate GPS collision avoidance receivers, processing AIS/GPS data for visual alerts. Falls under 8529.90.16.40 for its dedicated use in radio navigational aids.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify compliance with marine safety standards (e.g
• IEC); detail fastener/join methods in invoices
• Pitfall: confusing with complete AIS transponders