Schlage Door Viewer from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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