Aluminum Camera Tripod from China
A lightweight tripod constructed primarily from aluminum alloys, designed to support cameras and other photographic equipment for stable imaging. It falls under HTS 9620.00.70.00 as a tripod made of aluminum, distinct from camera parts or accessories in other chapters. The adjustable legs and mounting head enable precise positioning in photography and videography.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
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 aluminum content exceeds 50% by weight for correct classification; obtain material composition certificates from suppliers
• Ensure load capacity and height specs are documented to avoid misclassification as toy equipment
• Check for anti-dumping duties on Chinese aluminum products