Kongsberg Seatex Seagull Gyrocompass from Japan
The Kongsberg Seatex Seagull is a compact electrical gyrocompass for offshore vessels and dynamic positioning systems, offering high-accuracy heading for ROV operations. It qualifies under HTS 9014.10.70.30 due to its gyroscopic mechanism for marine direction finding.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide dynamic positioning interface specs to confirm navigational appliance status
• Check for wheelmark approval for EU imports to meet marine equipment directive