Tele Vue Pronto 70mm ED Refractor Telescope from Japan
Compact 70mm ED apochromat refractor designed as travel telescope for astronomy. Falls under HTS 9005.80.40.40 for other portable optical telescopes used in celestial observation. Lightweight construction excludes machine-appliance applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Emphasize portability and astronomy focus in entry summary to avoid 9013 field glass confusion
• Declare any included dew shield as accessory within set tolerances
• Prepare for valuation disputes on premium Japanese optics