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Precleaned Glass Microscope Slides from Japan

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.

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

• 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