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
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
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