9017.20.80/Proportional Divider Caliper/Japan

Proportional Divider Caliper from Japan

Two-point caliper with ratio adjustment for scaling drawings up/down. Classified HTS 9017.20.80 as drawing instrument despite caliper form. Locking mechanism maintains selected ratio.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Ratio mechanism documentation proves drawing function

• Differentiate from plain vernier calipers (9017.80)

• Architectural examples in literature support classification