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Plastic Test Tubes from Japan

Cylindrical tubes made of polypropylene for holding and mixing chemicals or biological samples in lab settings. Classified under HTS 3926.90.99.10 as essential laboratory ware for scientific research.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label with exact polymer type (e.g

• polypropylene) to comply with Chapter 39 notes

• Avoid bulk packaging that could lead to reclassification as packaging materials

• Include end-use statements specifying laboratory applications