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Ohaus Explorer EDCE123 Counting Scale

A digital electronic counting scale designed for high-precision part counting in industrial and lab environments, with a maximum capacity of 30 kg. It uses weight-operated technology to determine sample quantities and multiply for total counts, fitting HTS 8423.81.0010 as a counting scale under digital electronic type not exceeding 30 kg. Ideal for inventory management of small parts like screws and nuts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8423.82.00Same rate: 37.5%

If maximum capacity exceeds 30 kg

Scales with higher capacity fall into separate capacity-based provisions within the same heading for other digital electronic weighing machinery.

8473.30Lower: 25% vs 37.5%

If integral to automated parts counting assembly line equipment

When incorporated as a component in larger automatic data processing machines for assembly lines, it may classify under machinery with functions beyond standalone weighing.

9031.80.80Same rate: 37.5%

If primarily for laboratory precision measuring or checking

Lab-grade scales emphasizing measuring over counting shift to Chapter 90 for measuring/checking instruments not specified elsewhere.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify maximum weighing capacity does not exceed 30 kg and confirm digital electronic operation to qualify under this subheading; provide technical specs in entry docs

• Include user manual and calibration certificates to demonstrate it's a counting scale, avoiding misclassification as general weighing machinery

• Ensure labeling complies with NIST Handbook 44 for legal-for-trade use if applicable, preventing customs holds