Periscope Optical Viewer

Compact optical periscope for submarine or vehicle navigation, providing above-waterline viewing through mirrored prisms. HTS 9014.80.10.00 covers this as an optical navigational appliance per Chapter 90 exclusions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9013.10.50.00Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If telescopic sights for military fitting on arms or vehicles

Chapter Note 5 excludes certain telescopic sights from 9005, redirecting to 9013 for defense applications.

9005.90.40.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If functioning as general binocular telescope

Binoculars and similar non-navigational optical instruments classify under 9005.

8479.89.65.00Lower: 20.3% vs 35%

If integrated into unmanned vehicle systems

Machines with optical navigation for industrial use may fall under unspecified Chapter 84 machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Obtain export licenses if sourced from military suppliers due to dual-use navigational technology

β€’ Include prism material specs (glass vs plastic) for accurate Chapter 90 optical classification