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Headband Magnifier Loupe Set from China

Adjustable headband with interchangeable 3.5x, 10x, and 15x loupe lenses for hands-free precision work. Classified under HTS 9013.80.2000 as loupes despite headband mounting, as it's portable and not machine-fixed per exclusions. Ideal for electronics assembly.

Duty Rate — China → United States

44.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

• Classify as 'wearable loupe system' but confirm portability to avoid technical apparatus exclusion

• List all magnification levels and confirm optical function dominates over headband

• Avoid permanent mounting features that suggest machine integration