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Transmission Electron Microscope Specimen Holder from China

A specialized grid holder for thin-section samples in transmission electron microscopes (TEMs), designed for high-vacuum and tilt functionality. It qualifies for HTS 9012.90.00.00 as an accessory dedicated to non-optical microscopes. Used in ultrastructural studies of viruses and nanomaterials.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Include TEM model compatibility and vacuum rating in import invoices

Avoid bulk packaging declarations; specify single-unit research use