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Argon-Ion Plasma Laser

A continuous-wave argon-ion gas laser producing blue-green light, used in scientific research and holography. It is a laser other than a laser diode, classified under tariff item 9013.20.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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9013.80.00Same rate: Free

If the laser is part of a larger optical appliance not specified elsewhere.

Other optical appliances and instruments not specified elsewhere in Chapter 90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure the laser is declared as a non-diode laser for tariff classification

β€’ Provide technical specifications to CBSA to confirm it is not excluded under Chapter 90 notes

β€’ Check if an import permit is needed for laser safety standards