Optical Marine Handheld Compass from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify compass accuracy certification to meet USCG standards for marine use
• Include detailed optical specifications in commercial invoice to avoid misclassification
• Check for liquid-filled models to prevent breakage during shipping; declare as navigational aids