Optical instruments
Direction finding compasses; other navigational instruments and appliances; parts and accessories thereof: > Direction finding compasses: > Optical instruments
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 9014.10.10.00
Optical Marine Handheld Compass
A compact optical compass designed for marine navigation, featuring a prism-based sighting system for precise bearing measurements. It falls under HTS 9014.10.10.00 as an optical direction finding compass used for navigational purposes on boats. The optical magnification allows clear alignment with distant landmarks.
Prismatic Nautical Direction Finder Compass
Professional prismatic compass with optical lens for accurate azimuth readings in nautical environments. Classified in HTS 9014.10.10.00 due to its optical sighting mechanism essential for direction finding in navigation. Used by sailors for precise course plotting.
Optical Hiking Sighting Compass
Lensatic-style optical compass for hikers and orienteers, featuring a sighting mirror and magnifier for precise bearing acquisition. It qualifies under HTS 9014.10.10.00 as an optical navigational instrument for direction finding in outdoor activities. The optical system enhances accuracy over standard compasses.
Brunton Optical Surveyor's Compass
Classic Brunton-style optical compass used by surveyors for traversing and bearing measurements. Falls under HTS 9014.10.10.00 for its optical mirror and sight system enabling precise direction finding in field navigation. Primarily navigational though adaptable for mapping.
Optical Pilot's Hand Bearing Compass
Handheld optical compass for pilots taking visual bearings during VFR flight navigation. Classified HTS 9014.10.10.00 as optical direction finding equipment for aviation navigation. Features illuminated optics for low-light cockpit use.
Mirror Sighting Navigation Compass
Baseplate compass with flip-up optical mirror for accurate sighting in marine and land navigation. HTS 9014.10.10.00 applies due to the reflective optical system for direction finding. Popular for recreational boating and wilderness travel.
Optical Clinometer Compass
Combined optical compass and clinometer for measuring bearings and slope angles in navigation. Primarily classified under HTS 9014.10.10.00 for direction finding optics despite secondary leveling function. Used in mountaineering and forestry.
Suunto Optical Bearing Compass MC-2
Suunto MC-2 model with precision optical sighting mirror for global navigation and orienteering. Falls under HTS 9014.10.10.00 as optical direction finding compass with jewel bearing for accuracy. Features adjustable declination for worldwide use.
Optical Gyrocompass Handheld Unit
Portable optical-assisted gyrocompass for stabilized direction finding in dynamic environments. HTS 9014.10.10.00 covers its optical readout system despite gyro mechanism. Used in search and rescue operations.
Professional Optical Azimuth Compass
High-end optical compass for measuring azimuth angles in professional navigation and astronomy. Classified HTS 9014.10.10.00 for optical sighting tube enabling precise direction finding. Features damped needle for stability.
Optical Land Navigation Compass
Military-grade optical compass for land navigation featuring flip mirror and tritium illumination. HTS 9014.10.10.00 as optical direction finder for tactical use. Rugged design for extreme conditions.
Boat Optical Bearing Finder
Specialized optical compass for boats to take bearings on channel markers and aids to navigation. Classified under HTS 9014.10.10.00 for marine direction finding optics. Compact for mounting near helm.
Optical Rescue Direction Compass
Waterproof optical compass for search and rescue teams featuring large sighting window. HTS 9014.10.10.00 as optical navigational instrument for emergency direction finding. Night-visible markings.
Precision Optical Navigator's Compass
Professional navigator's optical compass with micrometer adjustment for exact bearings. Falls under HTS 9014.10.10.00 for high-precision optical direction finding in professional maritime use. Includes conversion tables.
Optical Orienteering Competition Compass
Competition-grade optical compass with sighting notch for orienteering events and adventure racing. HTS 9014.10.10.00 classification for optical direction finding in timed navigation challenges. Ultralight construction.