Coin Microscope with UV Blacklight 200x from Germany
Desktop microscope for numismatics with 200x magnification and UV blacklight for counterfeit detection. Classified HTS 9011.80.00.00 as 'other microscope' with compound optics and specialized lighting. Hobbyists use for authenticating rare coins.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify UV wavelength safe for currency; avoid 'counterfeit detector' primary description
• Integral UV LED positioning prevents separate lamp classification
• Retail packaging as collector's tool, not security device