Phase Contrast Microscope Biological 1000x from Japan
Advanced biological microscope using phase contrast technique for transparent cell viewing at 1000x without staining. Under HTS 9011.80.00.00 for specialized 'other microscope' compound optics. Key for live cell research in microbiology.
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
• Detail phase ring and condenser alignment specs for optical verification
• Classify as research microscope, avoiding clinical diagnostic terms
• Calibrate objectives for standard DIN/ISO to confirm specs