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9005.80.40.20/IR-Enhanced Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope/Canada

IR-Enhanced Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope from Canada

A catadioptric Schmidt-Cassegrain optical design telescope optimized for infrared wavelengths, with special coatings and filters for near-IR stellar observation. Classified under HTS 9005.80.40.20 for its infrared-specific use in astronomical telescopes. Excludes radio-astronomy instruments per chapter exclusions.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

18%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
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Import Tips

• Document optical coatings and IR transmission specs to prove infrared functionality and avoid reclassification as visible light optics

• Ensure mountings are specified as astronomical accessories; separate import of mounts may trigger parts classification under 9005

IR-Enhanced Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9005.80.40.20