Portable Sextant from Germany
A traditional marine navigation tool for measuring angles between celestial bodies and horizon to determine position. Classified in HTS 9014.10.90.00 as other navigational instruments beyond compasses. Remains relevant for backup navigation in GPS-denied environments.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide calibration certificates; declare as nautical instrument not toy; avoid bulk packaging that suggests Chapter 95 classification