Laser Doppler Vibrometer from Japan
Non-contact optical sensor measuring vibration via Doppler shift of scattered laser light. Under HTS 9013.80.91.00 as other optical instruments for dynamic measurement. Not electrical transducers.
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
• Emphasize coherent laser detection optics over signal processing
• Specify velocity/frequency range and standoff distance
• FDA clearance if biomedical applications