Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 90275080: Nonelectrical Instruments and Apparatus Using Optical Radiations (Ultraviolet, Visible, Infrared), NESI

The HS code 90275080 refers to nonelectrical instruments and apparatus that utilize optical radiations, including ultraviolet, visible, and infrared light. These instruments are classified under the "Not Elsewhere Specified" category, which means they do not have a specific classification elsewhere in the HS code system.

These instruments and apparatus are designed to measure, analyze, or manipulate optical radiations for various purposes. They can be used in a wide range of industries, including healthcare, research, manufacturing, and environmental monitoring.

When it comes to international trade, the HS code plays an important role in classifying and tracking goods. It helps customs authorities and traders identify the nature and characteristics of the products being imported or exported. The HS code also determines the applicable customs duties and trade regulations.

For HS code 90275080, the bound or most-favored-nation (MFN) duty rate is free. This means that countries are not required to pay any customs duties when importing or exporting these instruments and apparatus. The free duty rate applies to all trading partners of a country that has lowered trade barriers or opened up its market.

Additionally, there are special tariff preference programs that offer duty-free treatment for HS code 90275080. Some of the countries and programs that provide such benefits include:

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

When it comes to importing HS code 90275080 into the United States, the data shows that the states of Oregon, New Hampshire, Delaware, District of Columbia, West Virginia, and Massachusetts are the top importers. On the other hand, Idaho, Oregon, Hawaii, Delaware, Massachusetts, Vermont, Connecticut, Colorado, Maine, Maryland, and Minnesota are the top exporting states.

The extensive use of HS code 90275080 in various industries highlights the importance of optical radiation instruments and apparatus. As technology advances, these instruments continue to play a crucial role in scientific research, healthcare diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and many other fields.