Pilot Lyophilizer LyoPilot 12 from Japan
Pilot-scale freeze drying unit for process development, with multiple shelves and vacuum system for sublimation drying of heat-sensitive materials. Used in food and pharma scale-up. Classified in HTS 8419.33.5000 for lyophilisation apparatus.
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
• Provide shelf temperature profiles and vacuum specs in docs; ensure no domestic kitchen resemblance
• Validate for ATEX if explosive materials
• Common error: classifying as oven