Engineer's Surveying Instrument Kit from Germany
Laser level, theodolite, measuring tapes, and tripod used by civil engineer for temporary overseas site assessments. Returned by same engineer after project consultations. Classifies under HTS 9801.00.85.00 as professional engineering instruments temporarily exported for trade use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include engineering contracts, calibration certificates, and serial number matching; declare as professional equipment not for resale; document temporary nature