0905 Measures and measuring tools

Practice notes (J&C)

This group covers measuring instruments for length, angle, etc.: callipers, vernier callipers, graduated rulers, compasses for measuring, carpenters' rules, tailors' rulers, leather-thickness gauges, measuring chains, etc. Official note: rules (measuring instruments), compasses for measuring, measuring instruments, rulers, graduated rulers, T-squares, set squares and right-angle rulers for measuring are similar to 1616 (drawing rulers and compasses in Class 16), so a stationery company's prior search should include 1616.

Measuring apparatus and meters are in 0910, and weighing apparatus is in 0904; this group is limited to hand-held, mechanical measuring instruments, while electronic rangefinders are in Part (1) of 0910 (practical tip).

No additions or deletions to this group in 2026.

Applies to the 2026 edition · Published 2026-10-09 · Reviewed 2026-10-09