Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) from China
A scanning electron microscope (SEM) uses a focused beam of electrons to produce high-resolution images of a sample's surface topography and composition. It falls under HTS 9012.10.00.00 as it is a microscope other than an optical microscope, relying on electron microscopy rather than light optics. Commonly used in materials science and biology for detailed surface analysis.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Verify CE marking or equivalent for electron beam safety and obtain FCC certification if equipped with digital imaging components
• Include detailed technical specifications and end-user certificates to confirm laboratory/research use and avoid dual-use export controls