Horizon Optical Scanner for Aircraft from Germany
Optical sensor scanning the horizon line to provide attitude reference for autopilot systems in commercial airliners. Classified in HTS 9014.20.20.00 for its role as an optical instrument in aeronautical navigation.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit ARINC standards compliance for airline integration
• Document optical wavelength specs for customs verification
• Avoid misclassification as general photocells under 9026; highlight navigation integration