Field Bipod for Induced Polarization Survey Equipment from Japan
Compact bipod for induced polarization (IP) geophysical transmitters and receivers used in mineral deposit detection. Under HTS 9620.00.30.60, it positions electrodes stably for heading 9015 instruments in remote mining surveys. Corrosion-resistant with spiked feet.
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
• Document IP survey methodology linking bipod to 9015 classification
• Galvanized steel requires origin certificates for Section 232 compliance
• Separate electrodes if imported together to avoid set classification issues