9902.17.30 - Hand-held oscilloscopes (provided for in subheading 9030.20.10)

This HTS code, 9902.17.30, specifically covers hand-held oscilloscopes. These are portable electronic instruments designed to detect and measure electrical phenomena, particularly voltage fluctuations over time. Their primary function is to visually display these electrical signals, aiding in troubleshooting, testing, and analysis of electronic circuits and systems. The "provided for in subheading 9030.20.10" notation indicates that the principal classification for these goods resides within Chapter 90, which deals with optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof.

Unlike the broad range of live animals found in the sibling categories such as horses, cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry, this classification focuses exclusively on a specific type of electronic testing equipment. The preceding chapters of the HTS, which contain the sibling examples, deal with agricultural products and live animals. In contrast, HTS Chapter 99, where this entry resides, is reserved for temporary legislation, modifications, and special provisions.

As HTS code 9902.17.30 is a leaf node, it has no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification within this specific code is on identifying goods that meet the description of "hand-held oscilloscopes" and understanding the specific temporary or special provisions that HTS Chapter 99 may impose on their importation, often related to trade agreements or specific import restrictions.