Fluorescence Microscope UV LED 1200x from Japan
A compound fluorescence microscope using UV LED excitation for viewing fluorescent samples at up to 1200x magnification. It is covered by HTS 9011.80.00.00 as 'other microscopes' featuring specialized optical filters and lighting. Essential for biological research on protein markers and cellular structures.
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
• Document specific wavelength filters and UV safety features to prove specialized optical instrument status
• Classify UV LED illuminator as integral part; separate lighting excluded by note 1(h)
• Include application notes showing research microscopy use, avoiding medical diagnostic descriptions