HS Code 9029
Counters, Speedometers and Tachometers
HS code 9029 is for revolution counters, production counters, taximeters, mileometers, pedometers, speed indicators, and tachometers, excluding surveying or med
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HS Code 9029 — Counters, Speedometers and Tachometers
This code covers mechanical or digital counters that track repetitions, speed, or distance. You will find items like taxi farẻ meters, car speedometers, pedometers for walking, and industrial production batch counters here.
What's included
- Odometer for vehicles
- Digital pedometre
- Taxi tariff meters
- Optical stroboscopes
- Mechanical clicker counters
What's excluded
- GPS navigation units → use
852691(GPS devices calculate speed via satellite telemetry, not mechanical or magnetic counting.) - Airspeed indicators for aircraft → use
9014(Aviation-specific instruments fall under 9014.)
Common examples
- Handheld tally counter
- Vehicle dashboard speedometer
- Laser tachometer for engine RPM
- Step counter watch (non-smart)
Frequently asked questions
Do smartwatches that track steps go here?
Generally no. Smartwatches with data transmission and multi-functional capabilities usually fall under 8517.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 4.5%
- Documentation: Taximeters usually require local weights and measures certification.
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: China, Japan, Germany
- Top importers: United States, Germany, Mexico
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Key takeaway
Focuses on the measurement of 'how many' and 'how fast' for general purposes.
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