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Seismograph Strong Motion Accelerometer from Japan

A high-g accelerometer designed for seismographs to measure intense ground accelerations during strong earthquakes. Falls under HTS 9015.90.0150 as a core sensor part for geophysical seismograph appliances. It captures data for engineering seismology and structural safety assessments.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Certify dynamic range specs (e.g

• >2g) specific to seismic strong motion to secure classification

• Pair with seismograph system diagrams showing integration for customs validation