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9027.90.56.40 - Of articles of subheading 9027.50.10 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of Quantitykg
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty40%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS category, 9027.90.56.40, specifically covers parts and accessories for electrical instruments and apparatus used in physical or chemical analysis, particularly those falling under subheading 9027.50.10. These instruments are designed for measuring or checking quantities of heat, sound, or light, including exposure meters. Therefore, this classification applies to components such as specialized lenses, sensors, detectors, or control modules that are integral to the functioning of these light-measuring or heat-measuring analytical devices.

To correctly classify under this subheading, it is crucial to identify the ultimate parent instrument. This category is distinct from its siblings, which cover parts for instruments analyzing different physical properties or those classified under different subheadings. For instance, sibling categories differentiate based on whether the parts relate to polarimeters, refractometers, spectrometers (9027.90.56.25, 9027.90.56.30), or other types of instruments within the 9027.50 range (9027.90.56.50). This specific classification focuses narrowly on components for the light and heat measurement instruments referenced in 9027.50.10.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions. Classification decisions within this category will rely on the specific function and origin of the part, ensuring it directly supports the analytical purpose of instruments measuring quantities of heat, sound, or light. Identifying the original equipment the part is intended for is paramount to ensuring correct classification.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 9027.90.56.40?
HTS code 9027.90.56.40 covers Of articles of subheading 9027.50.10 under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 90: Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof.
›What products are classified under 9027.90.56.40?
This classification covers Of articles of subheading 9027.50.10. It is a subcategory of Of instruments and apparatus of subheading 9027.20, 9027.30, 9027.50, 9027.81 or 9027.89 (9027.90.56).
›What is the import duty rate for 9027.90.56.40?
The general rate of duty for HTS 9027.90.56.40 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 40%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 9027.90.56.40?
Imports under HTS 9027.90.56.40 are measured in kg.

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