8456.20.50.00/Sonics Vibracell VCX750 Ultrasonic Processor/China

Sonics Vibracell VCX750 Ultrasonic Processor from China

The Sonics Vibracell VCX750 is an ultrasonic liquid processor used for cell disruption, homogenization, and particle size reduction by generating ultrasonic waves that create cavitation in materials. It falls under HTS 8456.20.5000 as a machine tool operated by ultrasonic processes for material removal through erosion and cavitation, distinct from semiconductor-specific wafer processing equipment. This versatile lab tool is employed in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and nanotechnology for non-wafer applications.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
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Import Tips

• Verify the machine's primary function is ultrasonic material removal via cavitation, not just mixing, to confirm HTS 8456 classification over Chapter 84 mixing apparatus

• Include detailed technical specs and end-use declarations in documentation to avoid misclassification as semiconductor testing equipment in Chapter 90

• Ensure CE marking or equivalent for ultrasonic safety standards; common pitfall is missing noise/vibration emission certifications for customs clearance