Van de Graaff Electrostatic Particle Accelerator from Germany
High-voltage electrostatic accelerator for nuclear physics research accelerating ions to MeV energies. Classified under HTS 8543.10.00.00 as a particle accelerator using electrostatic fields for ion acceleration. Commonly used in low-energy nuclear reaction studies.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• High-voltage certification and pressure vessel inspection certificates required
• SF6 gas handling permits needed for insulating gas systems
• Declare maximum accelerating voltage for proper safety classification