Leica DISTO D2 Laser Rangefinder from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.0525%Except for products described in headings 9903.94.06, 9903.94.32, 9903.94.33, 9903.94.42, 9903.94.43, 9903.94.44, 9903.94.45, 9903.94.52, 9903.94.53, 9903.94.54, 9903.94.55, 9903.94.62, and 9903.94.63, automobile parts, as provided for in subdivision (g) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, 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