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9030.20.05.00 - Specially designed for telecommunications 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of QuantityNo.
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 subheading specifically enumerates oscilloscopes and oscillographs that have been specially designed for telecommunications applications. These instruments are crucial for analyzing and monitoring electrical signals within telecommunications networks, including but not limited to, signal integrity, timing, and modulation characteristics. Their design incorporates features tailored to the specific frequencies, bandwidths, and signal types commonly encountered in telecommunications systems, distinguishing them from general-purpose oscilloscopes.

While sibling category 9030.20.10.00 covers "Other oscilloscopes and oscillographs," this subheading, 9030.20.05.00, is reserved for those instruments with a demonstrated and integrated specialization for telecommunications. The key differentiator lies in the intended use and specialized design elements that cater directly to the requirements of telecommunications testing and diagnostics, rather than broader electrical measurement purposes.

As this subheading represents a leaf node in the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories. Classification under this heading is determined by the specialized design and intended use for telecommunications, necessitating a clear demonstration of how the instrument's features and functionalities are optimized for this specific sector.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 9030.20.05.00?
HTS code 9030.20.05.00 covers Specially designed for telecommunications 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 9030.20.05.00?
This classification covers Specially designed for telecommunications. It is a subcategory of Oscilloscopes and oscillographs: (9030.20).
›What is the import duty rate for 9030.20.05.00?
The general rate of duty for HTS 9030.20.05.00 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 40%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 9030.20.05.00?
Imports under HTS 9030.20.05.00 are measured in No..

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