Van de Graaff Electrostatic Particle Accelerator from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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