HS Heading 9030 : Oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers and other instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking electrical quantities, excluding meters of heading 9028; instruments and apparatus for measuring or detecting alpha, beta, gamma, X-ray, cosmic or other ionizing radiations; parts and accessories thereof:
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 9030 encompasses oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers and other instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking electrical quantities, excluding meters of heading 9028; instruments and apparatus for measuring or detecting alpha, beta, gamma, x-ray, cosmic or other ionizing radiations; parts and accessories thereof:. It classifies 11 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 90 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 9030
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9030.10 | Instruments and apparatus for measuring or detecting ionizing radiations | 90 | View 9030.10 Package → |
| 9030.20 | Oscilloscopes and oscillographs | 90 | View 9030.20 Package → |
| 9030.31 | Other instruments and apparatus, for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power (other than those for measuring or checking semiconductor wafers or devices), Multimeters, without a recording device | 90 | View 9030.31 Package → |
| 9030.32 | Other instruments and apparatus, for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power (other than those for measuring or checking semiconductor wafers or devices), Multimeters, with a recording device | 90 | View 9030.32 Package → |
| 9030.33 | Other instruments and apparatus, for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power (other than those for measuring or checking semiconductor wafers or devices), Other, without a recording device | 90 | View 9030.33 Package → |
| 9030.39 | Other instruments and apparatus, for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power (other than those for measuring or checking semiconductor wafers or devices), Other, with a recording device | 90 | View 9030.39 Package → |
| 9030.40 | Other instruments and apparatus, specially designed for telecommunications (for example, cross-talk meters, gain measuring instruments, distortion factor meters, psophometers) | 90 | View 9030.40 Package → |
| 9030.82 | Other instruments and apparatus, For measuring or checking semiconductor wafers or devices (including integrated circuits) | 90 | View 9030.82 Package → |
| 9030.84 | Other instruments and apparatus, Other, with a recording device | 90 | View 9030.84 Package → |
| 9030.89 | Other instruments and apparatus, Other | 90 | View 9030.89 Package → |
| 9030.90 | Parts and accessories | 90 | View 9030.90 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 9030
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 9030 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 9030 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 9030 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 9030?
HS Heading 9030 covers Oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers and other instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking electrical quantities, excluding meters of heading 9028; instruments and apparatus for measuring or detecting alpha, beta, gamma, X-ray, cosmic or other ionizing radiations; parts and accessories thereof:, grouping 11 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 9030?
Subheadings under Heading 9030 range from 9030.11 to 9030.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 9030?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 9030 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 9030?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 9030?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 9030?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 9030 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 9030?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 9030?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 9030?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.