HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9005.90 – Binoculars, monoculars, other optical telescopes, astronomical instruments (excluding those of radio-astronomy); parts and accessories (including mountings)
HS code 9005.90 is the 6-digit subheading for binoculars, monoculars, other optical telescopes, astronomical instruments (excluding those of radio-astronomy), parts and accessories (including mountings). It is used for telescope eyepieces, binocular objective lenses, tripod adapters, telescope mounts and lens caps.
What HS 9005.90 covers
This HS code is crucial for the international trade of parts and accessories for binoculars, monoculars, and other optical telescopes (excluding radio-astronomy). It covers a vast array of components, from precision-ground lenses and prisms to robust tripods, specialized mounts, and protective carrying cases. Importers and exporters include optical component manufacturers, assembly plants, and distributors catering to both consumer and professional markets. Key considerations involve material quality, precision engineering, compatibility with various models, and technological advancements in optical coatings or stabilization systems. This category facilitates the repair, upgrade, and customization of optical viewing devices globally, ensuring longevity and enhanced performance for users across all applications.
- Covers
- Telescope eyepieces
- Binocular objective lenses
- Tripod adapters
- Telescope mounts
- Lens caps
- Carrying cases
- Prism assemblies
- Focus mechanisms
- Examples
- Celestron Omni Eyepieces
- Orion EQ-2 Mount
- Vortex GlassPak Harness
- Nikon Lens Covers
- Baader Planetarium Filters
Codes often confused with 9005.90
Common mistake. This code is specifically for parts and accessories, not the complete instruments themselves, which fall under 900510 (binoculars) or 900580 (monoculars/telescopes). Misclassification can occur if a complete, unassembled instrument is mistakenly declared here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 900590, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 900590 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $78M 28% of world exports
- 2 United States $38M 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $28M 9.8% of world exports
World total: $284M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $28M 11% of world imports
- 2 United States $26M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $23M 9.0% of world imports
World total: $253M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 9005.90 2
Brazil splits HS 9005.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 9005.90.10 Binocular parts and accessoriesDe binóculos
- 9005.90.90 Telescope and astronomical instrument partsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 90.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9005.90
What is HS code 900590?
HS code 900590 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Binoculars, monoculars, other optical telescopes, astronomical instruments (excluding those of radio-astronomy); parts and accessories (including mountings). This HS code is crucial for the international trade of parts and accessories for binoculars, monoculars, and other optical telescopes (excluding radio-astronomy). It covers a vast array of components, from precision-ground lenses and prisms to robust tripods, specialized mounts, and protective carrying cases. Importers and exporters include optical component manufacturers, assembly plants, and distributors catering to both consumer and professional markets. Key considerations involve material quality, precision engineering, compatibility with various models, and technological advancements in optical coatings or stabilization systems. This category facilitates the repair, upgrade, and customization of optical viewing devices globally, ensuring longevity and enhanced performance for users across all applications.
What products fall under HS code 900590?
Telescope eyepieces, binocular objective lenses, tripod adapters, telescope mounts, lens caps, carrying cases, prism assemblies, focus mechanisms
What are common misclassifications for HS code 900590?
This code is specifically for parts and accessories, not the complete instruments themselves, which fall under 900510 (binoculars) or 900580 (monoculars/telescopes). Misclassification can occur if a complete, unassembled instrument is mistakenly declared here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 900590?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 900590 in UN Comtrade data were China ($78M, 28% of world exports), the United States ($38M) and Germany ($28M). World exports came to about $284M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 900590?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 900590 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($28M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($26M) and Germany ($23M). World imports came to about $253M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 900590 structured?
HS code 900590 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (90) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 900590?
Brazil splits HS code 900590 into 2 NCM codes: 9005.90.10 (Binocular parts and accessories), 9005.90.90 (Telescope and astronomical instrument parts). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.