Inclinometer Sensor for Nav Compasses from China
MEMS-based inclinometer sensor compensating for pitch/roll in direction finding compasses under 9014.20.80, vital for dynamic platforms like boats. Provides tilt data to correct magnetic heading errors. Dedicated part per Chapter 90 note 2(b).
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Include data sheets showing integration with 9014.20.80 compass algorithms
• Specify shock/vibration ratings suitable for marine/aviation navigation
• Avoid generic 'tilt sensor' labeling to maintain Chapter 90 classification