Nikon PROSTAFF 1000 Laser Rangefinder from Germany
Compact electrical laser rangefinder for 6-1000 yard measurements with 6x magnification, powered by electronics for quick target acquisition. Falls under HTS 9015.10.40.00 as an entry-level electrical rangefinder suitable for golf, hunting, and basic hydrological distance tasks.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Confirm laser class (typically Class 1) in documentation for FDA/CDRH compliance
• Differentiate from camera viewfinders by emphasizing standalone rangefinding function