HS code for binoculars

HS code

9005.10

US HTS code

9005.10.00

US general duty

Free

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Binoculars are 9005.10. Telescopes and monoculars are 9005.80.

US tariff lines under 9005.10

US HTS codeDescriptionGeneral duty
9005.10.00Binoculars
3 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes)
  • 9005.10.00.20 — Prism binoculars for use with infrared light
  • 9005.10.00.40 — Other prism binoculars
  • 9005.10.00.80 — Other
Free

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HS 9005.80

Telescopes and monoculars

US duty: 6% – 8%

Import duty on binoculars by country

Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for binoculars?
The international HS code for binoculars is 9005.10. Binoculars are 9005.10. Telescopes and monoculars are 9005.80.
Q2What is the US import duty on binoculars?
Under HTS 9005.10.00, the US general duty rate is Free. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.
Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for binoculars?
The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 9005.10 is in the table above.
Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?
The first 6 digits (9005.10) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.