Optical Drift Meter from Japan
Instrument measuring ship drift velocity optically by tracking sea surface patterns against fixed reticle. Classified HTS 9014.80.10.00 as specialized optical navigational appliance for current compensation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify optical magnification and field of view for verification against technical navigational use
• Avoid bulk packaging; declare as precision instrument requiring individual calibration