Motic SMZ-171 Stereoscopic Microscope from Japan
Motic SMZ-171 offers 6.7x-45x magnification with large field of view for educational biology and material science. Ergonomic design for prolonged use. 'Other' stereomicroscope under HTS 9011.10.80.00.
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
• School/university purchase orders prove educational use vs. commercial/industrial
• Ensure packaging clearly indicates complete optical instrument, not components
• Avoid classification issues by excluding capacity measures or machine fittings