Barnstead/Thermolyne FD1540M Laboratory Furnace from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
11.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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