Stamp Magnifier with Ruler from Japan
3.5x magnifier with integrated 30mm ruler for philatelists measuring perforation gauge and centering. Simple optical apparatus under HTS 9013.80.2000, with ruler secondary to magnification function per chapter notes. Non-precision measurement.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Emphasize magnification as primary function despite ruler inclusion
• Ruler accuracy below precision instrument threshold for 9031
• Paper industry exclusion doesn't apply to handheld devices