Octans Gyrocompass by iXblue from China
iXblue Octans is a survey-grade electrical gyrocompass for surface vessels and submarines, delivering fiber-optic gyroscope heading data. Its classification under HTS 9014.10.70.30 stems from being an electrical direction finding compass using gyroscopic principles.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include fiber-optic gyro specs and heave/pitch/roll output capabilities in technical file
• Avoid pitfall of aircraft gyro classification by documenting marine/submersible ratings
• Require DNV-GL type approval for credibility in customs valuation