Glass 3D Bio-Printer for Tissue Engineering from Japan
Specialized additive manufacturing system that deposits bio-compatible glass for creating scaffolds in medical research and tissue engineering applications. Classified under HTS 8485.30.00.00 due to glass deposition mechanism in layer-by-layer construction. Used in biomedical laboratories.
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 biocompatibility certifications and FDA-equivalent docs if destined for medical research to prevent healthcare equipment classification
• Document layer thickness resolution specs to prove true additive manufacturing vs traditional molding