Coating Thickness Gauge

Magnetic or eddy current gauge for non-destructive measurement of paint/film thickness on metal substrates. Classified under HTS 9031.80.80.85 as other measuring instrument for industrial quality control.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9024.80.00.00Same rate: 35%

If for chemical composition analysis

Instruments testing chemical content of materials classified in 9024.

9031.49Lower: 10% vs 35%

If profile or dimension measuring types

Specific profile/dimension checking instruments in 9031.49.

8479.81.00.00Same rate: 35%

If drinking water testing equipment

Equipment for testing drinking water quality classified separately.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify principle (magnetic/eddy) and substrate compatibility

Calibration foils/standards declared separately

Medical coating measurement excluded per chapter notes