Unistellar eQuinox 2 Smart Telescope

Digital smart telescope with 4.9MP sensor and automated object tracking for urban astronomy. Classified under HTS 9005.80.40.40 as other optical telescope despite smart features, based on primary astronomical viewing purpose. Excludes radio-astronomy per heading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+10.0%18%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

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