Wooden Camera Tripod from China
A three-legged stand made entirely of wood, designed to support cameras and other photographic equipment for stable shooting. It falls under HTS 9620.00.55.00 as a tripod of wood, distinct from metal or plastic alternatives, used in photography but not classified as camera parts in Chapter 90. The wooden construction provides a lightweight, aesthetic option for outdoor and studio use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.8%
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
• Verify the tripod is primarily wood (not metal legs with wood accents) to avoid reclassification under 9620.00.2500
• Include detailed material composition certificates, as wooden items may require phytosanitary documentation for treated wood
• Check for stability certifications if marketed for professional use to prevent customs holds on safety grounds