Precision Temperature Control Incubator Refrigerator

Refrigerated incubator maintaining 0-50°C for microbiological culturing and testing. Classified under HTS 8418.69.0180 as other refrigerating equipment with precise control for lab applications. Combines cooling with gentle heating capabilities.

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.

8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If primarily heating equipment with minimal cooling

Laboratory heating apparatus without significant refrigeration classifies differently.

8479.82.00Same rate: 35%

If integrated with automatic sample mixing or shaking

Combined mechanical and thermal lab equipment supersedes pure refrigeration.

9024.80.00Same rate: 35%

If equipped with integrated temperature testing sensors

Instruments for measuring/controlling temperature classify in Chapter 90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide uniformity and stability test data per USP or ISO standards

Document dual refrigeration/heating functions clearly

Avoid misclassification by emphasizing lab vs. general incubation use

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