HS Chapter 90 — Optical, photographic, measuring
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
Chapter number
Section
Section name
Typical duty
By subheading & market
HS headings
4-digit headings
What Chapter 90 covers
Spectacles, microscopes, measuring/testing instruments, medical and surgical apparatus.
Common HS headings in Chapter 90
- 9001 Optical fibres, lenses
- 9004 Spectacles
- 9018 Medical instruments
Classification notes
Function (optical vs measuring vs medical) determines the heading; precision goods need exact HS.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 90
What Chapter 90 covers
Spectacles, microscopes, measuring/testing instruments, medical and surgical apparatus.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 90?
Common HS headings in Chapter 90 include: 9001 Optical fibres, lenses; 9004 Spectacles; 9018 Medical instruments.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 90 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 90 products?
Function (optical vs measuring vs medical) determines the heading; precision goods need exact HS.