Garmin GPSMAP 276C Marine Navigator from Germany
This electrical handheld GPS navigator is designed for marine use, featuring direction finding capabilities through GPS satellite signals and compass integration for accurate heading information. It falls under HTS 9014.10.70 as an electrical direction finding compass used for nautical navigation. The device includes charts, waypoints, and real-time positioning essential for boating safety.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify FCC certification for radio frequency components in GPS devices to avoid customs delays
• Include detailed technical specs and user manuals proving navigational purpose, not general computing
• Beware of misclassification as consumer electronics; emphasize direction-finding function in invoices