Optical Sextant from Mexico
A precision optical instrument used for celestial navigation by measuring angles between celestial bodies and the horizon. It falls under HTS 9014.80.10.00 as an optical navigational appliance essential for maritime and aviation positioning without reliance on electronic systems.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Verify instrument calibration certificates to meet USCG or FAA navigation standards for import clearance
• Include detailed technical specs showing optical components to avoid reclassification under general compass headings