Engineer's Surveying Instrument Set from Japan
Laser level, theodolite, measuring tapes, and tripod owned by civil engineer used on construction sites abroad. Professional engineering tools qualify under HTS 9804.00.15 for emigrating professionals.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Professional engineering license and project documentation verify trade use,Calibration certificates show maintained professional condition,Exclude construction manufacturing equipment from personal tools