Machine Vision Inspection Telescope

Telescopic lens assembly integrated into automated optical inspection systems for quality control on production lines. Classified under HTS 9013.10.45.00 because it's designed as a component of inspection apparatus in this chapter. Excludes standalone vision systems.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9031Lower: 10% vs 35%

If the primary function is automatic defect detection with measuring capability

Chapter note directs measuring instruments to heading 9031 over general optical appliances.

8479.89.65Lower: 20.3% vs 35%

If when imported as part of complete machine vision system

Complete machines and combinations classified by principal function in heading 8479.

9002.11Lower: 12.3% vs 35%

If only the objective lens assembly without machine-specific mounting

Individual optical lenses classified in heading 9002 regardless of end use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide system integration diagrams proving the telescope forms part of inspection apparatus

Label as 'machine component only - not for standalone use' to prevent misclassification

Watch for reclassification to 9002.11 if lenses are imported separately from mounting