Leica CL Compact Rangefinder from China

Leica CL is a premium hand-held rangefinder camera for roll film <35mm, with manual focus adjustment. Classified in HTS 9006.59.15.60 for non-fixed focus, high value over $10, and photographic exclusivity. Adheres to chapter notes excluding technical articles.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Appraisal documentation critical for luxury items to justify value

Ensure no optical fiber components triggering 8536 exclusions

Declare as complete camera, not accessory, to avoid 9033