HTS 9005: Optical & Medical Instruments
Optical, photographic, medical, surgical instruments and apparatus
HTS code 9005 covers optical, photographic, medical, surgical instruments and apparatus. The current general duty rate is Free-8% with an additional IEEPA surcharge of 10% and Section 301 additional duty of 7.5-25% for Chinese-origin goods. This code IS eligible for CAPE Phase 1 refund recovery.
Duty Rates
General Rate
Free-8%
MFN / NTR duty rate (Column 1 General)
IEEPA Surcharge
10%
Additional duty under IEEPA executive action
Section 301 Duty
7.5-25%
Additional duty on Chinese-origin goods (USTR List)
Estimated Refund per $100K Duty
$66,667
Recoverable IEEPA surcharge portion
CAPE Refund Eligibility
Eligible for CAPE Phase 1
Imports classified under this HTS code that were assessed the IEEPA surcharge are eligible for refund recovery through the CAPE Phase 1 program.
How to file for a refund:
- Export your ES-003 entry summary from ACE (Automated Commercial Environment)
- Upload to Tariffi for automated CAPE declaration data preparation
- Your licensed customs broker partner reviews and files via their ACE portal
- CBP processes the CAPE declaration and issues refund via ACH
Trade Statistics
Annual Import Volume
$68.4B
Chapter 90 total (est.)
Year-over-Year
+5.3%
Import volume change
Top Countries of Origin
- 1.China
- 2.Germany
- 3.Japan
Trade statistics are approximate chapter-level estimates based on U.S. Census Bureau and USITC data. Actual volumes at the heading or subheading level vary.
Related HTS Codes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duty rate for HTS 9005?
HTS codes in Chapter 90 (Optical & Medical Instruments) carry a general duty rate of Free-8%. An additional IEEPA surcharge of 10% applies to most imports, plus a Section 301 additional duty of 7.5-25% for goods originating from China. The total effective rate depends on the specific 8-digit statistical suffix and country of origin.
Is HTS 9005 eligible for a CAPE refund?
Yes, HTS codes in Chapter 90 are generally eligible for CAPE Phase 1 refund recovery. Importers who paid the IEEPA surcharge on goods classified under this chapter can file for a refund through their licensed customs broker partner. Upload your ES-003 export summary to check your specific eligibility.
How do I file a refund for HTS 9005?
To recover the IEEPA surcharge paid on imports under HTS 9005, you need: (1) your ES-003 export summary from ACE showing entries with this HTS code, (2) proof of duty payment, and (3) a licensed customs broker partner to file the CAPE declaration on your behalf. Tariffi prepares the declaration data; your broker signs and transmits via their ACE portal.
Check your refund eligibility
Upload your ES-003 export summary from ACE and get an instant estimate of your IEEPA tariff refund for HTS 9005. No advance fees; your licensed broker partner files under their CBP license.
HTS code data is provided for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current tariff schedule amendments. Duty rates shown are approximate; actual rates depend on the specific statistical suffix, country of origin, and applicable trade program. Consult the official USITC HTS for binding classification determinations. Tariffi is not a licensed customs broker; all filings are made by your licensed broker partner under 19 CFR Part 111.