Deep Space Atomic Clock

Mercury-ion atomic clock for GPS-III and future deep space navigation, certified under 9808.00.8000 for NASA international timekeeping standards. Provides 1x10^-15 stability over 23 days for interplanetary laser ranging.

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Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9105.11.40Same rate: 10%

If general atomic clocks

Chapter 91 clocks classified separately from space-qualified time standards

9015.80Same rate: 10%

If other meteorological instruments

Chapter 90 instruments without deep space navigation certification

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Import Tips & Compliance

NASA certification for Deep Space Atomic Clock technology demonstration mission

Include Allan deviation stability specifications and magnetic field tolerance

Document optical bench alignment procedures for zero-gravity operation

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