HTS 90058040 — Optical telescopes
This page details 90058040: “Optical telescopes”. It belongs to heading 9005 in Chapter 90, where a general tariff of 8% applies. Preferential treatment is available under Free (A*,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG).
Tariff rates for 90058040
| Rate type | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General (Column 1) | 8% | Applies to countries without a preferential agreement, i.e. about 8.0% ad valorem on the customs value. |
| Special | Free (A*,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | Reduced or free rates for designated program countries (see code legend on the USITC site). |
| Column 2 | 45% | Statutory rate applied to the few economies without normal-trade-relations status. |
Reporting units
Entry summaries for 90058040 must be declared in: No. (No. = number of units). A single quantitative measure accompanies the ad valorem component on the entry summary.
Statistical breakouts under 90058040
| Line | Description | General rate |
|---|---|---|
| 9005.80.40.20 | For use with infrared light | 8% |
| 9005.80.40.40 | Other | 8% |
Statistical suffixes refine classification within the same duty treatment; pick the breakout whose wording matches your goods most precisely.
Frequently asked questions
Does 90058040 qualify for a free or reduced rate?
Many preferential programs reduce the general rate. The Special column above lists the program codes that qualify for duty-free or reduced treatment under recent trade agreements.
Where can I verify the official rate for 90058040?
The figures on this page are reproduced from the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule export dated October 9, 2026. Always verify against the live USITC tool linked at the foot of this page before filing your entry summary.
What is the duty rate for HTS 90058040?
90058040 carries a Column 1 general rate of 8%. The full official line, including special program rates and the Column 2 statutory rate, is reproduced above from the USITC schedule.
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Data as of October 9, 2026 · Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (line 9005.80.40). Rates are informational and not a binding customs ruling.