Zeiss Axio Observer 7 Research Microscope with ApoTome from China
Zeiss Axio Observer 7 features structured illumination for optical sectioning in photomicrography applications. Its ApoTome module enables 3D image reconstruction from 2D photo sequences, qualifying under HTS 9011.20.80.00 for specialized microprojection.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include structured illumination module serial numbers in documentation
• Declare laser safety classification (typically Class 1M) on customs entry
• Separate high-end objectives valued over $500 for accurate duty calculation