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Optical Periscope for UAV Navigation from Japan

Compact optical periscope providing downward visual navigation reference for unmanned aerial vehicles during autonomous flight. Classified under HTS 9014.20.20.00 for aeronautical optical navigation appliances.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include UAV airworthiness certification linking to navigation function

• Document field of view and magnification specs critical for classification

• Avoid Chapter 90 general optical heading by proving aeronautical specificity