9014.10.70 - Electrical

This classification encompasses electrical direction-finding compasses. These instruments utilize electrical principles and components to determine direction, often incorporating advanced technologies beyond simple magnetic compasses. The "Electrical" designation specifically separates these from non-electrical or purely mechanical compasses that might fall under other subheadings.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 9014.10.90.00 (Other), is crucial. While the sibling category would encompass direction-finding compasses that are not electrical in nature, this subheading is exclusively for those powered by or relying on electrical systems for their operation. This distinction hinges on the fundamental mechanism of direction determination and the presence of electrical components in the device's functionality.

Within this "Electrical" category, further subdivisions exist to refine classification. The subcategories 9014.10.70.30 (Gyroscopic compasses) and 9014.10.70.60 (Other) allow for more specific identification. Gyroscopic compasses, a distinct type of electrical compass, are categorized separately due to their unique reliance on gyroscopic principles for stable directional reference. The "Other" subcategory then serves as a residual for any electrical direction-finding compasses that do not fit the specific definition of a gyroscopic compass.