NIST SRM 1577c Bovine Liver Standard from Japan
This certified reference material from NIST consists of powdered bovine liver certified for trace element concentrations like arsenic, cadmium, and mercury. It falls under HTS 3822.90.00.00 as a certified reference material used for calibrating analytical instruments in environmental and toxicological labs. The certification ensures traceability to international standards for accurate quantitative analysis.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain NIST or equivalent certification documents to verify status as certified reference material; declare exact certified analytes to avoid reclassification
• Ensure proper temperature-controlled shipping for biological matrix stability
• Comply with US EPA import notifications for materials containing heavy metals