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Argon Ion Gas Laser Tube from Mexico

Argon ion laser tubes generate blue-green laser light through electrical discharge in argon gas, used in scientific research and holography. Classified as gas-filled electron tubes under HTS 8540.89.0020 based on tube construction.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Technical specs must confirm gas discharge mechanism vs. diode-pumped

• Power supply requirements documentation helps establish tube function

• Avoid declaring as 'laser pointer' which changes retail classification