Leica DMi8 Inverted Microscope with DFC450 C Camera from Japan
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 — 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
• 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
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