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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of binoculars (SITC 87111) 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 — prismatic or otherwise — are precision optical instruments widely used in defense, wildlife observation, marine navigation, and sporting applications, and the specific optical design (roof prism vs. Porro prism) and magnification range often determine end-use market positioning. Imports from Japan and Germany have historically set the quality benchmark for high-end binoculars, while volume-tier products increasingly originate from China, where Section 301 tariffs may apply depending on the specific HTS classification. Buyers sourcing for government or defense end-uses should also verify whether Buy American or other procurement restrictions apply.
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Yes — binoculars classified under relevant HTS subheadings and originating in China may be subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should confirm the applicable 10-digit HTS code and cross-reference current Section 301 annexes, as coverage can differ between consumer-grade and professional optical instruments.
Binoculars are dual-tube instruments providing stereoscopic vision and fall under SITC 87111, while monoculars — single-tube optical devices — are classified under SITC 87115 with other optical telescopes. The distinction matters because the two headings may carry different duty rates at the HTS level.
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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