Laser Distance Meter from Japan
A portable device using laser technology to measure distances up to several hundred meters accurately. Classified under HTS 9031.80.80.85 as a general measuring instrument not covered by specific optical measuring headings like 9015 or profile projectors.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include laser safety classification (Class 1 or 2) documentation to comply with FDA import regulations
• Declare wavelength specs accurately to distinguish from surveying instruments in heading 9015