Bubble Level Tripod Clamp from China
A quick-release clamp accessory for fastening circular bubble levels or bull's eye levels onto bipods or tripods compatible with heading 9015 surveying appliances. It allows for rapid setup and fine adjustments in construction and topographic work. HTS 9620.00.30.30 applies to such level-focused accessories.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ensure clamps meet ANSI or ISO standards for surveying accessories to support proper classification
• Document material composition (e.g
• steel vs. alloy) accurately to avoid undervaluation claims
• Separate from tripod legs in packaging to prevent set classification issues