Helium-Neon Alignment Laser from China
A low-power HeNe gas laser used for optical alignment in laboratories and manufacturing setups. Classified in HTS 9013.20.00.00 as a non-diode laser, not for technical machine exclusion or measuring per notes. Provides visible red beam for precise positioning.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Classify by gas laser type; avoid confusion with diode pointers
• Include beam divergence and power specs in entry docs
• Note Class 2/3R safety ratings for customs review