Folding Pocket Magnifying Glass from Japan
A compact 3x folding magnifying glass with a protective metal cover, ideal for reading fine print or map details on the go. Classified under HTS 9013.80.2000 as a hand magnifier, excluding technical uses per chapter notes. Its simple lens design distinguishes it from complex optical instruments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label as 'handheld magnifying glass for personal use' to differentiate from excluded technical or machine-related optics
• Provide magnification ratio and confirm no electrical components to prevent misclassification as powered devices
• Check for textile or leather handles that might invoke exclusions under chapter note 1(a) or 1(b)