Question 1

What is HTS code 9031.49.70.00?

Accepted Answer

HTS 9031.49.70.00 is the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification for Measuring or checking instruments, appliances and machines, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; profile projectors; parts and accessories thereof, for inspecting masks (other than photomasks) used in manufacturing semiconductor devices; for measuring surface particulate contamination on semiconductor devices. It belongs to Chapter 90 of the HTSUS.

Question 2

What is the general duty rate for HTS 9031.49.70.00?

Accepted Answer

The general (Column 1) duty rate for HTS 9031.49.70.00 is Free. This is the most-favored-nation (MFN) rate that applies to imports from World Trade Organization member countries.

Question 3

What is the Column 2 (statutory) rate for HTS 9031.49.70.00?

Accepted Answer

The Column 2 rate for HTS 9031.49.70.00 is 50%. This rate applies to imports from countries that do not have normal trade relations with the United States (currently Cuba and North Korea).

Question 4

Are there Section 301 or Section 232 tariffs on HTS 9031.49.70.00?

Accepted Answer

No active Chapter 99 tariff overlays (Section 301, Section 232, IEEPA reciprocal, etc.) currently flag HTS 9031.49.70.00 in Tandom's catalog. Use the calculator's date + origin inputs to confirm against any retroactive overlay you may be filing.

Question 5

Does HTS 9031.49.70.00 have any antidumping or countervailing duty (AD/CVD) orders?

Accepted Answer

No active AD/CVD orders currently flag HTS 9031.49.70.00 in Tandom's catalog. Tandom monitors Federal Register notices daily; a flag will appear here within 24h of any new order's publication.

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Frequently asked questions

What is HTS code 9031.49.70.00?

What is the general duty rate for HTS 9031.49.70.00?

What is the Column 2 (statutory) rate for HTS 9031.49.70.00?

Are there Section 301 or Section 232 tariffs on HTS 9031.49.70.00?

Does HTS 9031.49.70.00 have any antidumping or countervailing duty (AD/CVD) orders?

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