Portable Diaphragm Vacuum Pump from China

A compact, portable diaphragm vacuum pump designed for laboratory use in creating vacuum conditions for filtration and aspiration. It falls under HTS 8414.80.16.90 as a portable air or vacuum pump, other than those specifically enumerated, used in scientific applications. The oil-free design ensures clean operation suitable for sensitive environments.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify pump specifications including flow rate and vacuum level to confirm classification as 'other portable' and avoid reclassification to turbo-molecular pumps

Provide detailed technical datasheets and end-use statements to demonstrate laboratory or industrial application, preventing misclassification as consumer goods

Ensure compliance with EPA standards for vacuum pumps if used in air pollution control to avoid additional regulatory hurdles