Wooden Surveying Monopod from Japan
A single-legged wooden pole used to stabilize surveying instruments like levels or theodolites in fieldwork. It qualifies under HTS 9620.00.55.00 as a monopod of wood, supporting professional measurement tools without entering Chapter 90's specialized optics category. Lightweight design suits rugged outdoor land surveying.
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
• Provide engineering specs showing it's a general support, not integrated with optical instruments, to avoid Chapter 90
• Include treatment certificates for wood to comply with ISPM 15 international shipping standards
• Declare end-use as 'surveying support' on invoices to differentiate from hiking poles