Optical telescopes
Binoculars, monoculars, other optical telescopes, and mountings therefor; other astronomical instruments and mountings therefor, but not including instruments for radio-astronomy; parts and accessories thereof: > Other instruments: > Optical telescopes
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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
Products classified under HTS 9005.80.40
Astro-Physics 130mm f/8 Starfire EDF Refractor
130mm f/8 extra-dispersion fluorite doublet refractor for ultimate clarity in stargazing. HTS 9005.80.40 optical telescope.
Questar 3.5-inch Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
Iconic portable 3.5-inch Maksutov telescope with built-in finder and controls for astronomy. HTS 9005.80.40.
Unitron 60mm Flat-Field Refractor Telescope
Vintage-style 60mm flat-field refractor for sharp astronomical views. HTS 9005.80.40.
Celestron NexStar 8SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
This computerized optical telescope features an 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system designed for astronomical observation of celestial objects like planets, star clusters, and galaxies. It falls under HTS 9005.80.40 as an other optical telescope, distinct from binoculars or monoculars, specifically for stargazing and deep-sky imaging. The alt-azimuth mount and GoTo system enhance its use for amateur astronomers.
Tele Vue TV-76 76mm f/5.3 APO Refractor
76mm APO for portable astronomy. HTS 9005.80.40.
Explore Scientific Arcturus 152mm f/6.5 Carbon Fiber Dobsonian
152mm carbon fiber Dobsonian for lightweight astronomy. HTS 9005.80.40.
Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Reflector Telescope
A user-friendly 8-inch aperture reflector telescope on a Dobsonian mount, ideal for backyard astronomy and viewing nebulae, galaxies, and the moon. Classified under HTS 9005.80.40 as an other optical telescope for astronomical purposes, featuring parabolic mirrors for high-contrast images. Its simple manual design makes it popular for beginners.
Sky-Watcher 10-inch GoTo Collapsible Dobsonian Telescope
Collapsible 10-inch f/4.7 Dobsonian reflector with computerized GoTo tracking for wide-field astronomical observations. Falls under HTS 9005.80.40 as an other optical telescope, optimized for light gathering on faint deep-sky objects like galaxies. Tube collapses for easy transport.
Apo Refractor 80mm f/6 ED Astronomy Telescope
High-quality apochromatic (APO) refractor telescope with 80mm extra-low dispersion (ED) glass optics for color-corrected views of planets and stars. HTS 9005.80.40 covers this other optical telescope designed exclusively for astronomical use, minimizing chromatic aberration. Often paired with equatorial mounts.
William Optics RedCat 51mm f/4.9 Petzval APO Telescope
Ultra-portable 51mm f/4.9 Petzval apochromat telescope optimized for wide-field astrophotography and visual astronomy. HTS 9005.80.40 for this other optical telescope with flattened field for imaging. Includes internal focuser.
Explore Scientific 127mm f/7.5 ED APO Triplet Refractor
127mm extra-low dispersion apochromatic triplet refractor for high-resolution astronomical imaging and observation. Classified HTS 9005.80.40 as other optical telescope with three-lens design eliminating false color. Robust for serious amateurs.
Takahashi TOA-130 130mm f/7.7 Ortho-Apochromat Refractor
130mm f/7.7 ortho-apochromatic refractor renowned for color perfection in astronomical use. Under 9005.80.40 as other optical telescope. Japanese precision optics.
Meade ETX125 Observer Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
Portable 5-inch Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope with computerized GoTo alt-azimuth mount for observing planets and deep-sky objects. HTS 9005.80.40 applies as an other optical telescope, noted for its sharp, high-contrast optics suitable for both visual and astrophotography. Includes accessories like eyepieces and a dew shield.
Televue Pronto 70mm f/6 Apochromatic Refractor Telescope
Compact 70mm APO refractor telescope renowned for sharp planetary and lunar views in astronomy. Under HTS 9005.80.40 as an other optical telescope, with premium multi-coated optics for high transmission. Lightweight design suits field use.
Stellarvue SVX152T 152mm f/8 Triplet APO Telescope
Premium 152mm f/8 triplet apochromat refractor telescope for exceptional planetary and deep-sky performance. HTS 9005.80.40 as other optical telescope with superior optics. Includes dual-speed focuser.