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Ruby Pulsed Laser from China

Chromium-doped ruby rod laser producing 694nm nanosecond pulses for scientific applications like LIDAR. Under HTS 9013.20.00.00 as classic solid-state non-diode laser. Flashlamp-pumped for high-energy output.

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

Historical ruby classification precedents available

High-voltage flashlamp safety certifications needed

Distinguish from modern DPSS systems