Chapter 90 · Optical, photographic, measuring, medical instruments · Section 18
HS Code 9023.00
Instruments, apparatus and models, designed for demonstrational purposes (for example, in education or exhibitions), unsuitable for other uses, and parts and accessories thereof
US HTS + UK Tariff v4.0.1633 · updated 2026-10-21 · sources
Rates on this page are the official published schedule rates, shown for information. This is not a customs ruling: preference programs, Section 232/301 surcharges and per-shipment fees can change what you actually pay.
United States - HTS lines under 9023.00
Source: official Harmonized Tariff Schedule (USITC). "General" is the normal-trade-relations rate; "Special" lists preference programs; "Other" is the column-2 rate. Additional Section 232/301 duties may apply on top.
| HTS code | Description | General | Special | Other | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9023.00.00 |
Parts and accessories > Other > Instruments, apparatus and models, designed for demonstrational purposes (for example, in education or exhibitions), unsuitable for other uses, and parts and accessories thereof |
Free | - | Free | kg |
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European Union - CN codes under 9023.00
Source: EU Combined Nomenclature (Eurostat, © European Union, reused per Decision 2011/833/EU). Duty rates and measures live in TARIC; each code links to the official consultation.
| CN code | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 9023 00 80 | Other | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 9023 00 10 | Of a type used for teaching physics, chemistry or technical subjects | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 9023 00 00 | 9023 00 Instruments, apparatus and models, designed for demonstrational purposes (for example, in education or exhibitions), unsuitable for other uses | EU duty (TARIC) → |
United Kingdom - commodity codes under 9023.00
Source: UK Integrated Online Tariff (Open Government Licence v3.0). Declarable 10-digit codes go on the customs declaration; check the official page for the current duty and VAT measures.
| Commodity code | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 9023 00 00 00 | Instruments, apparatus and models, designed for demonstrational purposes (for example, in education or exhibitions), unsuitable for other uses | UK duty & VAT → |
| 9023 00 10 00 | Of a type used for teaching physics, chemistry or technical subjects | UK duty & VAT → |
| 9023 00 80 00 | Other | UK duty & VAT → |
Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (public domain) · EU Combined Nomenclature © European Union, Eurostat (Decision 2011/833/EU) · UK Integrated Online Tariff, contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data refreshed weekly. Details on About & Data Sources.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about HS code 9023.00.
What is HS code 9023.00?
HS code 9023.00 covers: Instruments, apparatus and models, designed for demonstrational purposes (for example, in education or exhibitions), unsuitable for other uses, and parts and accessories thereof. It belongs to chapter 90 (Optical, photographic, measuring, medical instruments) of the Harmonized System.
What is the US import duty for HS code 9023.00?
The US general (normal trade relations) rate is: Free. Preference programs and Section 232/301 surcharges can change the effective rate; see the HTS lines for detail.
What is the UK commodity code for 9023.00?
The UK extends 9023.00 to 3 declarable 10-digit commodity codes, starting with 9023000000. The full code goes on the UK customs declaration.