Olympus SZX16 Research Stereo Zoom Microscope from Japan
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 — 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
• 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