Meade LX200 Equatorial Wedge Mount from Japan
A precision equatorial wedge mount for Meade LX200 telescopes converts alt-azimuth to polar tracking for long-exposure astrophotography. Classified under HTS 9005.90.80.01 as an astronomical telescope mounting accessory. Its micro-adjustment knobs align with polar axis for accurate sky tracking.
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
• Provide engineering drawings showing polar alignment scale; declare as telescope-specific to avoid general machinery parts classification; ensure latitude adjustment markings are documented for duty verification