Celestron Nature 10x42 Prism Binoculars from China
Entry-level 10x42 prism binoculars with multi-coated optics for nature observation, featuring lightweight magnesium chassis. Falls under HTS 9005.10.00.40 as standard other prism binoculars for consumer use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Label as 'consumer optical instruments' to align with chapter exclusions for technical uses
• Separate straps/cases in declarations to prevent set classification issues
• Avoid 'astronomical' marketing; even high-mag models stay in 9005 if not radio-astronomy