Digital Multimeter from Japan
A handheld electronic instrument used to measure voltage, current, and resistance in electrical circuits. It falls under HTS 9031.80.80.85 as a measuring or checking instrument not specified elsewhere in Chapter 90, designed for general electrical diagnostics rather than specialized optical or medical applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify calibration certificates to meet NIST traceability requirements for accurate classification and customs clearance
• Ensure proper labeling of measurement ranges and accuracy specs to avoid misclassification as specialized instruments