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Cryogenically Cooled IR Telescope Assembly from Japan

Complete telescope system with cryogenic cooling for infrared detectors, enabling low-background thermal imaging of astronomical sources. HTS 9005.80.40.20 classification for infrared optical telescopes including mountings and accessories.

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

• Specify cooling system integration in technical literature; detachable cryostats risk parts classification under 9033

• Include vibration isolation specs for mountings to prove astronomical end-use versus laboratory vibration tables

• Watch for ozone-depleting refrigerants in cooling systems requiring EPA declarations