Mid-Infrared Adaptive Optics Telescope from Japan
Advanced telescope with deformable mirrors and wavefront sensors for mid-infrared (3-5μm) atmospheric correction in astronomy. Falls under HTS 9005.80.40.20 as an infrared-specific optical telescope with mountings for astronomical use.
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
• Declare adaptive optics as integral telescope components; separate electronics may classify under chapter 85
• Comply with ITAR if optics exceed diffraction-limited performance for potential defense applications