The HS code for instruments is 9017 — Drawing, marking-out, mathematical calculating instruments (drafting machines, protractors, drawing sets etc); instruments for measuring length (e.g. measuring rods, tapes, micrometers, callipers) n.e.c.. Below are the specific codes and the UK, US and EU equivalents.
| Region | Declarable codes under 9017 |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom (UK) | 8 |
| United States (HTS) | 17 |
| European Union | 8 |
Chapter 90 — Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories → Heading 9017 — Drawing, marking-out, mathematical calculating instruments (drafting machines, protractors, drawing sets etc); instruments for measuring length (e.g. measuring rods, tapes, micrometers, callipers) n.e.c.
What is the HS code for instruments? The heading is 9017 (Drawing, marking-out, mathematical calculating instruments (drafting machines, protractors, drawing sets etc); instruments for measuring length (e.g. measuring rods, tapes, micrometers, callipers) n.e.c.); pick the specific subheading above that best matches your goods.
Is the code the same in the UK, US and EU? The first 6 digits are shared worldwide; the UK, US and EU each extend it to their own 8–10 digit codes — see the table above.
Also see: US HTS code for instruments · UK commodity code for instruments
Beta — data is for general reference only and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Always verify with the official customs authority before making import/export decisions.