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901780Chapter 90

HS code 901780: Drawing

Covers:
Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting… not listed under the other codes in this heading.
Not covered:
901710 (Drafting tables and machines, whether or not…); 901720 (Other drawing, marking-out or mathematical…); 901730 (Micrometers, callipers and gauges); and others.
Listed US duty:
5.3% (US general rate, HTS 2026)

Official description

Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting machines, pantographs, protractors, drawing sets, slide rules, disc calculators); instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand (for example, measuring rods and tapes, micrometers, callipers), not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter : Other instruments

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What 901780 covers and what it doesn’t

Official text: Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting machines, pantographs, protractors, drawing sets, slide rules, disc calculators); instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand (for example, measuring rods and tapes, micrometers, callipers), not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter › Other instruments.

This is the “other” line of heading 9017 (drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting machines, pantographs, protractors, drawing sets, slide rules, disc calculators); instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand (for example, measuring rods and tapes, micrometers, callipers), not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter). It takes goods of that heading that no more specific subheading names. These go elsewhere:

  • 901710 Drafting tables and machines, whether or not automatic
  • 901720 Other drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments
  • 901730 Micrometers, callipers and gauges
  • 901790 Parts and accessories

Nearby codes to check

  • Heading 9017 Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting machines, pantographs, protractors, drawing sets, slide rules, disc calculators); instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand (for example, measuring rods and tapes, micrometers, callipers), not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter: every subheading side by side.

US duty rate

5.3%

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.

Who imports under 901780

EximAgent lists companies with recorded shipments under this code, built from customs records, with who they buy from and how often. See importers of 901780 →

Common questions

What is HS code 901780?
Drawing, marking-out or mathematical calculating instruments (for example, drafting machines, pantographs, protractors, drawing sets, slide rules, disc calculators); instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand (for example, measuring rods and tapes, micrometers, callipers), not specified…
What duty rates apply to 901780?
Listed duty rates range from 5.3% across 1 country rate.

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