CCTV Varifocal Lens 2.8-12mm from Germany
A mounted varifocal lens with 2.8-12mm focal length range, designed specifically for closed-circuit television cameras, featuring a CS-mount connector for direct attachment. It includes an auto-iris motor for automatic light adjustment and is entered separately from the camera body. This lens falls under HTS 8529.90.78.00 as a mounted lens suitable solely for CCTV cameras with attached motor and electrical connectors.
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
• Verify the lens is marked as 'for CCTV use only' to avoid reclassification as general optical equipment
• Include technical specs confirming CS/C-mount compatibility and CCTV-specific design in import documentation
• Ensure separate entry from camera; bundled imports may shift to camera heading 8525.89