Leica DISTO D2 Laser Rangefinder from Germany
The Leica DISTO D2 is a compact handheld laser distance meter used for precise range measurement in construction and surveying. It measures distances up to 330 feet with accuracy to 1/16 inch using laser technology, qualifying under HTS 9015.10.80.00 as a non-military rangefinder for professional applications.
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.
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify instrument accuracy certification meets NIST standards for customs valuation
• Include user manual and technical specs showing non-military use to avoid reclassification
• Declare laser class (typically Class 2) on commercial invoice to prevent FDA scrutiny