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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
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