Leica DMi8 Inverted Microscope with DFC450 C Camera from China
Advanced inverted microscope system with DFC450 C digital camera for high-speed photomicrography. Falls under HTS 9011.20.40.00 as it provides integrated means for image photography in research settings. Supports multi-channel fluorescence imaging.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ensure software licenses for image capture are included in valuation for accurate duty calculation
• Provide evidence of research end-use to potentially qualify for duty exemptions under academic imports
• Calibrate systems pre-shipment and include certification to avoid post-import disputes