Fischione 1020 Plasma Cleaner from Japan
The Fischione 1020 is a compact low-cost plasma cleaner designed specifically for removing organic contaminants from electron microscopy specimens and specimen holders using oxygen or argon plasma. It features a microprocessor-controlled RF generator operating at 13.56 MHz and a vacuum chamber compatible with standard TEM and SEM sample holders. This machine falls under HTS 8543.70.97.00 as a specialized electrical apparatus for cleaning microscopy samples through plasma generation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify plasma chamber dimensions and RF generator specifications match HTS description; provide technical datasheets proving electron microscopy application; ensure vacuum pump compatibility certification for customs clearance