Televue Pronto 70mm ED Refractor Telescope

Compact 70mm extra-low dispersion glass refractor for wide-field astronomical viewing and portable setups. Classified in HTS 9005.80.60.00 for other optical telescopes used in astronomy. Not for machine or vehicle mounting.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+17.5%23.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9013.10Lower: 15.3% vs 23.5%

If for daytime terrestrial spotting/observation

Telescopic spotting instruments not specified as astronomical go to 9013.

9005Same rate: 23.5%

If it's a specific astronomical monocular

Monoculars have prior subheading; 'other' only if not fitting exact.

9031.41.00Higher: 35% vs 23.5%

If precision optical measuring for lab use

Lab/technical telescopes classify in 9031 per exclusions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

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