Pilot Lyophilizer LyoPilot 12 from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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