Precleaned Glass Microscope Slides

Standard 25x75mm glass slides that are precleaned and ready for immediate use in microscopy. They are classified under HTS 7017.90.10.00 as microscope slides, which are essential laboratory glassware for holding specimens under a microscope.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7017.90.50.00Higher: 41.7% vs 35%

If graduated or calibrated

Graduated microscope slides with measurement markings are classified separately as calibrated laboratory glassware.

7010.90.50Same rate: 35%

If in bulk sheets before cutting to slide dimensions

Uncut glass sheets for lab use fall under non-wired drawn glass before final working into slides.

9027.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported as part of a complete microscope instrument

Slides packaged and sold as integral components of microscopes are classified with the instrument under optical instruments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify slides meet ASTM E438 Type I, Class A standards for borosilicate glass to avoid reclassification; include lab certification in documentation; check for frosted end labeling requirements under FDA if for medical use