Sperry Marine MK 37 VT Digital Gyrocompass from China
The Sperry Marine MK 37 VT is an electrical gyroscopic compass designed for precise heading reference on commercial vessels. It uses gyroscope technology to maintain accurate directional stability regardless of ship's motion or magnetic interference, classifying under HTS 9014.10.70.30 as a gyroscopic compass for navigational purposes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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]
Import Tips
• Verify gyrocompass meets IMO SOLAS standards for shipboard navigation equipment with proper type approval certificates
• Include detailed technical specs and vibration/shock test reports in documentation to confirm classification as navigational instrument
• Avoid misclassification as aircraft parts by specifying marine end-use; common pitfall is lacking vibration resistance certification