9013.10.10.00 - Not designed for use with infrared light

This HTS classification, 9013.10.10.00, specifically covers telescopic sights designed for mounting onto rifles. These optical instruments are intended to enhance the aiming capabilities of firearms by providing magnified views of distant targets. The crucial defining characteristic for this sub-heading is the explicit design for use with rifles, which influences their construction, mounting mechanisms, and magnification ranges.

This category is distinct from its sibling, 9013.10.30.00 ("Other"), which encompasses telescopic sights not specifically designated for rifles, such as those intended for other types of firearms or for non-firearm applications where magnification is required. While both fall under the broader umbrella of telescopic sights, the intended firearm application is the key differentiator for accurate classification.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories within 9013.10.10.00. Classification at this level is determined by the item's primary function and intended application as a telescopic sight for rifles. If an item fits this description, it should be classified here, provided it does not meet the criteria for other, more specific headings within Chapter 90.