Olympus SZX16 Research Stereo Zoom Microscope from Germany
Olympus SZX16 provides 16.4:1 zoom ratio for high-resolution 3D imaging in life sciences research. Equipped for fluorescence and advanced photomicrography applications. Falls under HTS 9011.10.80.00 as advanced 'other' stereoscopic microscope for research.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document research/lab end-use to distinguish from industrial inspection excluded by Chapter note 1(a)
• Provide magnification specs and optical path diagrams if customs questions stereoscopic classification
• Avoid bulk packaging resembling machine components which could trigger Section XV reclassification