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Mounted Cylindrical Lens for Laser Scanner from Japan

Precision-mounted cylindrical lens focusing laser beams in line-scan optical instruments. Classified in HTS 9002.19.00.00 as other objective lens part for apparatus, optically worked and assembled. Used in barcode scanners and document scanners.

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

• Document laser wavelength compatibility and cylindrical focus specs for proper optical element classification

• Distinguish from machine parts (84/85 chapters) via end-use certificates showing instrument principal use

• Package individually; avoid machine assemblies to maintain 9002 classification