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U.S. imports of binoculars (HS 900510) totaled $14.4M in April 2026, traded with 24 countries.
Importers of Binoculars paid $1.4M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $12.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Binoculars imports of $14.4M in April 2026 ran 14% below the year-to-date monthly average of $16.8M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBinoculars entering the US are split across three 10-digit lines based on prism type and end-use: infrared-capable prism binoculars (9005100020), other prism binoculars (9005100040), and non-prism binoculars (9005100080) — a distinction that affects both duty treatment and potential export-control considerations for night-vision or infrared-capable models. China is the dominant supplier, with the Philippines and Austria also among the leading sources, reflecting a market that spans mass-market consumer optics and precision European instruments. Importers of infrared-capable units should assess whether the goods trigger Commerce Department or State Department licensing requirements under dual-use export control frameworks.
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Binoculars designed for use with infrared light (9005100020) may be subject to dual-use export control regulations under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) or, for military-grade night-vision optics, the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Even on the import side, CBP may coordinate with Commerce or State to verify admissibility, so importers should confirm the applicable control classification (ECCN or USML category) before shipment.
Prism binoculars use internal prism systems (Porro or roof prism) to correct image orientation and achieve a compact form factor. Non-prism designs, such as Galilean or opera-glass styles, lack this internal prism assembly. The distinction is based on the optical construction of the instrument, and technical specification sheets or manufacturer documentation are typically required to support the classification.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $7.0M | -- | -$7.0M |
| ISRAEL | -- | $3.3M | +$3.3M |
| PHILIPPINES | $2.0M | -- | -$2.0M |
| CANADA | $113K | $1.5M | +$1.4M |
| GERMANY | $445K | $1.0M | +$592K |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9005100040 | PRISM BINOCULARS NESOI | $11.3M | 10.56% | $1.1M |
| 9005100080 | BINOCULARS, NESOI | $3.0M | 14.04% | $258K |
| 9005100020 | PRISM BINOCULARS FOR USE WITH INFRARED LIGHT | $175K | 10.63% | $19K |
PRISM BINOCULARS NESOI
BINOCULARS, NESOI
PRISM BINOCULARS FOR USE WITH INFRARED LIGHT
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9005100020 | PRISM BINOCULARS FOR USE WITH INFRARED LIGHT | $5.0M |
| 9005100040 | PRISM BINOCULARS NESOI | $3.4M |
| 9005100080 | BINOCULARS, NESOI | $3.3M |
PRISM BINOCULARS FOR USE WITH INFRARED LIGHT
1.2K no
PRISM BINOCULARS NESOI
58.8K no
BINOCULARS, NESOI
27.8K no
INSTR & APPL F MEDICAL SURGICAL DENTAL VET, NESOI
HS 901890
MED NEEDLES. NESOI, CATHERERS ETC AND PARTS ETC
HS 901839
ARTIFICIAL JOINTS & PARTS & ACCESSORIES THEROF,NES
HS 902139
ELECTRO-DIAGNOSTIC APPARATUS NESOI, AND PARTS ETC.
HS 901819
OZONE,OXYGEN,ETC THERAPY, RESPIRATION APPARATUS,PT
HS 901920
MEAS CHECKNG INSTRUMENT & MACH, NOT OPTICAL, NESOI
HS 903180
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO, IL | $2.7M | $1.3M | -$1.4M |
| LONG BEACH, CA | $3.9M | -- | -$3.9M |
| WILMINGTON, DE | -- | $3.0M | +$3.0M |