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901520Chapter 90

HS code 901520: Theodolites and Tachymeters

Covers:
Surveying (including photogrammetrical surveying), hydrographic, oceanographic…
Listed US duty:
0% (US general rate, HTS 2026)

Official description

Surveying (including photogrammetrical surveying), hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances, excluding compasses; rangefinders : Theodolites and tachymeters (tacheometers)

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What 901520 covers and what it doesn’t

Official text: Surveying (including photogrammetrical surveying), hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances, excluding compasses; rangefinders › Theodolites and tachymeters (tacheometers).

Nearby codes to check

  • Heading 9015 Surveying (including photogrammetrical surveying), hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances, excluding compasses; rangefinders: every subheading side by side.
  • 901510 Rangefinders
  • 901530 Levels
  • 901540 Photogrammetrical surveying instruments and appliances
  • 901580 Other instruments and appliances
  • 901590 Parts and accessories

US duty rate

0%

General (MFN) rate in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule, 2026 edition. A range means the rate depends on the 8-digit US line your product falls under. Extra duties such as Section 301, Section 232 or anti-dumping orders can apply on top, depending on origin. Check the lines on hts.usitc.gov. Not legal advice.

Common questions

What is HS code 901520?
Surveying (including photogrammetrical surveying), hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances, excluding compasses; rangefinders : Theodolites and tachymeters (tacheometers)
What duty rates apply to 901520?
Listed duty rates range from 0% across 1 country rate.

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Go beyond the code

Find the companies shipping under 901520 in the company directory, or classify and check duty with the CLI.

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