Sisgeo DigiSeis Digital Seismograph from China
The Sisgeo DigiSeis is a digital seismograph for geotechnical applications, monitoring vibrations from blasting, piling, and traffic in civil engineering projects. Classified in HTS 9015.80.60.00 for its seismograph function in geophysical monitoring.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include PPV (peak particle velocity) measurement specs to validate geotechnical use
• Avoid bulk packaging declarations that could trigger parts classification
• Provide blast monitoring compliance certifications for construction site imports