Olympus SZX16 Stereomicroscope with DP73 Camera from Canada
The Olympus SZX16 is a stereoscopic microscope equipped with a built-in DP73 digital camera system for capturing high-resolution images of specimens. It falls under HTS 9011.10.40.00 because it is a compound optical stereomicroscope specifically provided with a means for photographing the image, enabling photomicrography for research and documentation.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the microscope includes an integrated camera port or digital imaging system as per HTS 9011.10.40.00 to avoid reclassification to basic stereoscopes
• Provide detailed technical specs and user manuals confirming photomicrographic capabilities during customs entry
• Ensure CE marking or FDA compliance for biomedical use; common pitfall is incomplete optical component declarations