Engineer's Surveying Instrument from Germany
Laser level, tripod, measuring wheel taken abroad by civil engineer for site inspection. Personal professional instruments qualify under HTS 9804.00.10 when owned by engineer. Duty-free surveying tools of trade.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Calibrate and clean instruments before return; include project documentation
• PE license strengthens professional classification claim
• Rental equipment doesn't qualify as personal professional tools