Optical Clinometer Compass from Japan
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.
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 primary compass function over inclination measurement
• Provide optical path diagrams for customs verification
• Test for environmental durability before ocean freight