Rice Meridian Gyrocompass System from China

The Rice Meridian is a traditional mechanical gyrocompass for offshore supply vessels, featuring hydraulic north-seeking gyros not powered electrically. Under HTS 9014.10.60.00 for gyroscopic direction finding compasses other than electrical. It provides robust performance in dynamic sea conditions.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Include gyroscope rotor material certifications to prove mechanical operation

Prepare for vibration and heave testing reports as required for offshore certification

Avoid delays by pre-declaring any optional electrical repeaters as separate accessories