Trimble S7 Optical Theodolite from China
The Trimble S7 is a high-precision optical theodolite for measuring horizontal and vertical angles in topographic surveying. Its optical lenses and eyepiece enable fine targeting, classifying it as an optical surveying appliance under HTS 9015.80.20.00. Designed for professional geodetic applications excluding geophysical tools.
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
• Label as 'optical surveying instrument' with HS description match; avoid generic 'measuring device' markings
• Provide FCC certification if wireless-enabled; check for dual-use export controls on precision optics