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Gemologist's 30x Pocket Loupe from Japan

Ultra-high 30x triplet loupe for diamond clarity grading and inclusion identification. HTS 9013.80.2000 classification as precision loupe, with aplanatic/achromatic design eliminating spherical aberration. Critical tool for certified gem evaluation.

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

• Gemological institute references strengthen optical appliance classification

• Triplet lens construction must be documented for precision optics status

• Avoid sets with gem testing blocks that complicate classification