Vertical Laboratory Autoclave Sterilizer from Japan
Tall vertical chamber autoclave for sterilizing large lab items like fermenters and animal cages using steam under pressure. Falls under HTS 8419.20.00.20 for laboratory sterilization equipment with temperature-based treatment. Suited for biomedical research facilities.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit detailed capacity and cycle specs to confirm lab-scale, not production
• Comply with OSHA lab safety standards in import filings
• Watch for reclassification if includes vacuum drying features