Collapsible Bipod for Electromagnetic Terrain Conductivity Meter from China
Lightweight collapsible bipod for electromagnetic conductivity meters measuring soil resistivity in geophysical prospecting. Classified in HTS 9620.00.30.60 as it stabilizes heading 9015 geophysical apparatus for consistent ground contact during surveys. Includes quick-deploy mechanisms for rapid setup.
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
• Submit engineering drawings showing interface with specific EM meter models to CBP for binding rulings
• Declare as 'field survey accessory' not 'camping gear' to avoid consumer goods tariffs
• Ensure rust-resistant coatings meet ASTM standards for import validation