Fluke 87V Digital Multimeter from China

The Fluke 87V is a high-precision digital multimeter for measuring voltage, current, resistance, and frequency in electrical circuits. It falls under HTS 9030.89.01.00 as an instrument for measuring or checking electrical quantities, distinct from simple meters of heading 9028 due to its advanced waveform analysis capabilities. This classification covers professional-grade electrical testing equipment used in troubleshooting and maintenance.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)

Import Tips

Verify FCC compliance and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) certification for electrical instruments to avoid customs holds

Include detailed technical specifications and calibration certificates in documentation to confirm classification outside heading 9028

Beware of misclassification as basic voltmeters; highlight advanced features like true-RMS measurement in invoices