Barnstead/Thermolyne FD1540M Laboratory Furnace from China

Compact front-loading laboratory furnace for general heat processing up to 1200°C, ideal for universities and R&D. Falls under HTS 8514.39.9000 as other electric laboratory ovens. It offers multi-programmable operation and safety interlocks.

Duty Rate — China → United States

36.3%

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]

Import Tips

Include user manuals and installation guides in English for customs review and end-user compliance

Classify based on lab end-use; provide buyer affidavits if for research to avoid industrial reclassification

Inspect for loose refractory parts during transit to prevent damage claims