Micrometers and calipers
Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting machines, pantographs, protractors, drawing sets, slide rules, disc calculators); instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand (for example, measuring rods and tapes, micrometers, calipers), not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts and accessories thereof: > Micrometers, calipers and gauges: > Micrometers and calipers
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 9017.30.40.00
Mitutoyo Digital Micrometer 0-25mm
A precision digital micromrometer with LCD display for measuring small dimensions up to 25mm with 0.001mm resolution. Classified under HTS 9017.30.40.00 as a hand-held instrument specifically for measuring length in micrometer form, not optical or automatic. Ideal for engineering workshops requiring high-accuracy external measurements.
Starrett Vernier Caliper 0-150mm
Stainless steel vernier caliper for measuring internal/external dimensions and depth up to 150mm with 0.02mm graduations. Falls under HTS 9017.30.40.00 as a manual hand-held length measuring instrument (caliper type), distinct from dial or digital variants. Used in machining and quality control.
Fowler Outside Micrometer Set 0-75mm
Three-piece outside micrometer set (0-25mm, 25-50mm, 50-75mm) with ratchet thimble for consistent pressure. HTS 9017.30.40.00 covers micrometer sets as hand-held length measuring instruments, even when supplied as kits. Essential for automotive repair and fabrication.
iGaging Digital Caliper 6 Inch
Battery-powered 6-inch (150mm) digital caliper with absolute encoder for absolute measurements. Classifies in HTS 9017.30.40.00 as electronic calipers remain hand-held length instruments, not automatic per Chapter 90 notes. Popular for woodworking and metalworking.
Brown & Sharpe TESA Vernier Micrometer
High-precision vernier micrometer with tungsten carbide measuring faces for 0-25mm range. Under HTS 9017.30.40.00 as specialized micrometer for length measurement in hand, distinguished by carbide tips for durability. Used in metrology labs.
Accu-Lab Dial Caliper 0-200mm
Shockproof dial caliper with balanced beam design for 200mm capacity measurements. HTS 9017.30.40.00 includes dial calipers as hand-held instruments for length, differentiated from vernier by analog dial readout. Suitable for production line inspection.
Mitutoyo Inside Micrometer Set
Interchangeable rod inside micrometer set for bores 25-200mm with 0.01mm resolution. Classified HTS 9017.30.40.00 as micrometer-type instruments specifically for internal length measurements in hand use. Critical for engine building and quality assurance.
Wiha Electronic Caliper 100mm
Compact electronic slide caliper with data output port, 100mm capacity, 0.01mm accuracy. HTS 9017.30.40.00 for electronic calipers as hand-held length measurers, data port doesn't change principal function. Used by electricians and technicians.
Mahr Federal Depth Micrometer
Ratchet depth micrometer with interchangeable rods up to 150mm for precise hole depth measurement. Under HTS 9017.30.40.00 as specialized micrometer variant for vertical length measurement by hand. Metrology laboratory standard.
Harbor Freight Central Micrometer
Economical friction thimble micrometer for small central distances 0-25mm. HTS 9017.30.40.00 covers all micrometer types including those for specialized measurements like groove widths. Budget option for hobbyists.
Mitutoyo Blade Micrometer
Blade micrometer with flattened tips for thin sheet materials and hard-to-reach features. Classified HTS 9017.30.40.00 as specialized micrometer form for length measurement where standard anvils unsuitable. Sheet metal and aerospace applications.
Ins Size External Micrometer
Universal external micrometer with interchangeable anvils for multiple measurement types. HTS 9017.30.40.00 for micrometers adaptable to various external dimensions via accessories. Professional calibration labs.
Professional Disc Micrometer
Disc anvil micrometer for pitch diameter measurement of screw threads. Under HTS 9017.30.40.00 as specialized micrometer for thread length parameters. Thread gauging applications.
V Block Micrometer
Micrometer with V-anvil for cylindrical workpieces diameter measurement. HTS 9017.30.40.00 covers specialized anvil configurations for cylindrical length measurements. Machine shop essential.
Point Micrometer 0-6mm
Needle point micrometer for narrow groove and recess measurements 0-6mm range. Classified HTS 9017.30.40.00 as micrometer with specialized points for accessible length measurement. Jewelry and watchmaking.