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Mechanical Stage for Compound Microscope from Japan

Precision X-Y mechanical stage with vernier scales for compound microscopes, enabling smooth specimen positioning. Typically 140mm x 140mm size for standard lab microscopes. Falls under HTS 9011.90.00.00 as dedicated positioning accessory.

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 stage dimensions and dovetail mounting compatibility specific to 9011 microscope bodies

• Avoid classification as general lab furniture (9403); emphasize instrumental function in microscope optical path

• Include installation instructions showing principal use with compound microscopes only