Is HTS 9005 subject to a Section 301 tariff?

Goods imported from China may carry an additional Section 301 tariff (typically +25% or +7.5%) on top of the base duty rate. Use the ShipSeeker calculator with origin set to China to estimate it.

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HTS 9005 Chapter 90

Binoculars, Monoculars, Other Optical Telescopes, And Mountings Therefor; Other Astronomical Instruments And…

Q: What is the import duty rate for HTS 9005 (Binoculars, Monoculars, Other Optical Telescopes, And Mountings Therefor; Other Astronomical Instruments And Mountings Therefor, But Not Including Instruments For Radio-astronomy; Parts And Accessories Thereof:)?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 9005 is varies by subheading. Free-trade-agreement (special) and Column 2 rates may also apply. Estimate the total landed cost by country of origin with the ShipSeeker calculator.

Q: What does HTS 9005 cover?

HTS 9005 covers Binoculars, Monoculars, Other Optical Telescopes, And Mountings Therefor; Other Astronomical Instruments And Mountings Therefor, But Not Including Instruments For Radio-astronomy; Parts And Accessories Thereof: in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (chapter 90).

U.S. import duty rate & tariff classification for HTS 9005 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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Full HTS description

Binoculars, Monoculars, Other Optical Telescopes, And Mountings Therefor; Other Astronomical Instruments And Mountings Therefor, But Not Including Instruments For Radio-astronomy; Parts And Accessories Thereof:

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Duty rates for HTS 9005 are set at the subheading level.

Across its 3 subheadings, published general rates are Free. Pick a specific code below for its exact rate.

Subheadings under 9005

HTS code	Description	General rate
9005.10.00	Binoculars	Free
9005.80	Other Instruments:	—
9005.90	Parts And Accessories (including Mountings):	—

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Source: U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Rates are for reference; verify with a licensed customs broker before importing.