Optical Flatness Tester

Interferometric instrument measuring surface flatness of precision optical components and gauge blocks. Precision optical measuring instrument under HTS 9031.49.9000 for gauge and optical manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9031.49.40.00Same rate: 35%

If instruments specifically designed for optical flats

Dedicated optical flat measuring instruments have specific subheading.

9013.80Lower: 14.5% vs 35%

If visual interferometers without quantitative measurement

Optical devices for qualitative inspection remain in 9013.

9031.41.00Same rate: 35%

If high-precision gauge block comparators

Linear measuring instruments for length standards have specific provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify fringe interpretation method (Fizeau/Twyman-Green) and wavelength stability

β€’ Include test plate material (fused silica/zerodur) and flatness specification

β€’ Provide helium-neon laser stabilization documentation if applicable

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