9013.90.20.00 - Of telescopic sights for rifles

This HTS category, 9013.90.20.00, specifically covers parts and accessories for telescopic sights designed for rifles. These components are essential for the assembly, repair, or modification of such optical aiming devices. Examples include lenses, reticles, mounts, adjustment mechanisms, and housings that are integral to the functionality of a rifle's telescopic sight. The classification is highly specific, focusing on items directly related to these precision aiming instruments.

Unlike its sibling category, which broadly covers "Other" parts and accessories within heading 9013, this subcategory is narrowly defined by its intended application: rifle telescopic sights. This distinction is crucial for accurate classification, ensuring that parts for other types of optical instruments, even if similar in construction, are not incorrectly assigned here. The key differentiator is the explicit link to telescopic sights used on firearms for aiming.

As a leaf node in the HTS structure, this category does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification professionals lies in understanding the precise definition of "telescopic sights for rifles" and ensuring that the parts and accessories being classified directly relate to these specific devices. This ensures that import and export duties are applied correctly based on the highly specialized nature of these goods.