GPS-Integrated Taximeter from Japan
A taximeter equipped with GPS for precise distance tracking and fare calculation, used in ride-sharing taxis. Classified under HTS 9029.10.40.00 for its core function as a taximeter with odometer-like revolution/position counting. Excluded from Chapter 85 per notes as it's not primarily a GPS receiver but a fare meter.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include GPS type-approval from destination country's transport authority; provide proof of fare primacy over navigation to prevent reclassification; check for RoHS compliance in electronics