Olympus SZX16 Stereomicroscope with DP73 Camera from Japan
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 — 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
• 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