Vortex Diamondback 8x42 Roof Prism Binoculars

Rugged roof prism binoculars with 8x magnification and 42mm lenses, featuring dielectric coatings for superior light transmission. Designed for hiking and wildlife viewing, they qualify under HTS 9005.10.00.40 for other prism binoculars.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9005Same rate: 17.5%

If panoramic or stereoscopic design

Specialized binoculars for panoramic viewing or stereoscopic measurement classify separately in 9005.40.

9031.49.40Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If with optical measuring scales

Profile projectors or measuring optical instruments with prisms go to 9031 per chapter notes.

4202.92Higher: 27.6% vs 17.5%

If textile case dominates classification

Travel cases with insignificant optics might classify as textile articles, but optics prevail here.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include user manual specifying civilian use to distinguish from excluded technical or military applications

β€’ Ensure IPX7 waterproof rating is documented but not emphasized as 'industrial' to prevent Section XVI shift