Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 90148010: Optical Navigational Instruments, nesi

The HS Code 90148010 refers to optical navigational instruments that are not elsewhere specified. These instruments are used for navigation purposes and have various applications in different industries. In this article, we will explore the details of this HS Code and provide some additional information related to it.

Product Description

The product description for HS Code 90148010 is "Optical navigational instruments, nesi." This means that the instruments covered by this HS Code are optical in nature and are specifically designed for navigation purposes. The instruments included in this category may vary in terms of their specific features and functionalities.

Bound / MFN Duty Rate

The bound / MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for HS Code 90148010 is 2.8%. This means that whenever a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it has to apply the same duty rate of 2.8% for the import of optical navigational instruments from all its trading partners. This duty rate is applicable regardless of the country of origin.

Quantity Unit

The quantity unit for HS Code 90148010 is "number" (NO). This indicates that the instruments covered by this HS Code are typically measured and traded in terms of the number of units rather than weight or volume.

Special Tariff Preference Programs

HS Code 90148010 is eligible for various special tariff preference programs. Some of these programs include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP): Provides duty-free treatment for eligible products.
• Australia Special Rate: Offers a special rate of duty for imports from Australia.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Provides a special rate of duty for imports from Bahrain.
• NAFTA for Canada: Grants duty-free treatment for imports from Canada under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Chile Special Rate: Offers a special rate of duty for imports from Chile.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Provides duty-free treatment for eligible products from the Caribbean Basin countries.
• Israel Special Rate: Grants duty-free treatment for imports from Israel.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): Offers preferential treatment for imports from Andean countries.
• Jordan Special Rate: Provides a special rate of duty for imports from Jordan.
• Morocco Special Rate: Grants a special rate of duty for imports from Morocco.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Offers duty-free treatment for imports from Mexico under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Oman Special Rate: Provides a special rate of duty for imports from Oman.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Offers preferential treatment for imports from the Dominican Republic and Central American countries.
• Peru Special Rate: Grants a special rate of duty for imports from Peru.
• Singapore Special Rate: Provides a special rate of duty for imports from Singapore.

Importing US States

While the specific information about the importing US states is not provided, it is worth noting that HS Code 90148010 can be imported into any state in the United States. However, it is important to consider any additional regulations or requirements that may apply at the state level.

Exporting US States

The data does not specify the exporting US states for HS Code 90148010. The exporting states can vary depending on the availability and demand for optical navigational instruments in different parts of the United States.

HS Code 90148010 covers optical navigational instruments that are not elsewhere specified. These instruments are used for navigation purposes and have various applications in different industries. The bound / MFN duty rate for this HS Code is 2.8% and it is eligible for various special tariff preference programs. Importers and exporters should consider the specific requirements and regulations related to this HS Code when conducting international trade.