Charged Microscope Slides
Charged microscope slides with a positive charge to hold tissue sections without clips. Despite the surface treatment, they remain microscope slides for laboratory use, classified under tariff item 7017.90.00 as other laboratory glassware.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made of fused quartz or other fused silica
Fused silica glassware is classified separately.
If made of low-expansion glass
Low-expansion glass slides fall under a specific subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify as laboratory glassware under 7017.90.00, not as instruments of Chapter 90
• Ensure the slides are not framed or incorporate electrical devices, which would exclude them from Chapter 70
• Keep documentation of the slide dimensions and intended lab use
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Borosilicate Micro Cover Glasses
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Borosilicate Test Tube Rack Glass 20ml
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