Carbon Fiber Tachymeter Monopod

A single-leg carbon fiber monopod optimized for tachymeter stability in rugged terrain surveying. It includes quick-release mounts tailored for heading 9015 tachymeters and shock-absorbing features. Falls under HTS 9620.00.30.20 as a specialized accessory for these precision instruments.

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.

4421.99.70Same rate: 35%

If constructed with wooden legs instead of carbon fiber

Wooden monopods/bipods not specific to optical instruments classify under other wood articles.

9015.90.01Same rate: 35%

If imported as integrated part of a complete theodolite/tachymeter system

Parts designed exclusively for heading 9015 instruments stay classified there rather than as separate accessories.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 35%

If for generic steel monopods without surveying-specific mounts

General metal articles without heading 9015 compatibility fall under Chapter 73.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include engineering drawings proving monopod's exclusive compatibility with tachymeter base plates

Label as 'surveying instrument accessory' to distinguish from camera monopods during customs review

Test for carbon fiber import quotas and provide material composition certificates for accurate duty assessment

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