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Graphite Camera Tripod from China

A lightweight tripod constructed primarily from graphite carbon composite materials, designed to support cameras and other photographic equipment for stable imaging. It falls under HTS 9620.00.60.00 as a tripod made of graphite or other carbon, qualifying as a similar article for mounting purposes. The carbon construction provides high strength-to-weight ratio ideal for professional photography.

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

Verify material composition documentation proving graphite or carbon content exceeds 50% to avoid reclassification to metal tripods

Include test reports certifying carbon material properties for customs valuation and anti-dumping scrutiny

Label products clearly as 'graphite/carbon tripod' and avoid generic 'tripod' markings that could trigger Chapter 90 scrutiny