Schlage Door Viewer

A peephole door viewer made of brass with a 180-degree panoramic lens, allowing residents to see visitors outside without opening the door. It falls under HTS 9013.80.40.00 as a specialized optical appliance designed specifically for viewing through doors, not covered elsewhere in Chapter 90.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇨🇦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇩🇪Germany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇯🇵Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8301.40.60Lower: 23.2% vs 40.8%

If installed permanently as part of builder's hardware

Permanently mounted door viewers without removable optics may classify as base metal locks or fittings in heading 8301.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 40.8%

If primarily plastic construction without advanced optics

Simple plastic peepholes lacking precise optical qualities fall under other plastic articles, not optical appliances.

8525.89.50Lower: 35% vs 40.8%

If incorporates digital camera or video recording

Door viewers with electronic imaging components shift to transmission apparatus classification in heading 8525.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the device is solely for door viewing and not marketed as a general optical instrument to avoid reclassification

Include detailed optical specifications and installation diagrams in documentation to prove classification under door eyes

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