HTS Chapter 90
HTS Chapter 90 — Optical, Medical, and Precision Instruments
Chapter 90 covers optical, photographic, medical, surgical, and precision instruments — cameras, microscopes, surgical tools, lab equipment.
Example products
- Digital cameras
- Surgical instruments
- Optical lenses
- Medical thermometers
- Lab equipment
Common 10-digit HTS codes
| HTS Code | Description | Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 9006.59.4090 | Digital still cameras | Free |
| 9018.39.0050 | Surgical needles, catheters, similar | Free |
| 9027.80.4500 | Other instruments for physical/chemical analysis | Free |
Duty rates are base MFN ad valorem and may change. Section 301, anti-dumping, and Section 232 surcharges apply on top depending on origin. Always verify against the current HTS revision before filing.
Classification notes
- Most medical instruments are duty-free at base rate.
- Section 301 surcharges from China vary by list — check the specific 10-digit code.
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