Mettler Toledo XPR Micro Balance from Japan
A high-precision electrical balance with 5 µg readability (far exceeding 5 cg sensitivity), designed for micro-weighing in pharmaceutical R&D. Features static detection and SmartGrid for fast, stable results, falling under HTS 9016.00.20.00 for electrical lab balances.
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
• Obtain manufacturer's spec sheet confirming electrical force compensation and sensitivity for customs
• Label as 'lab precision balance' to avoid confusion with commercial scales; include CE/ISO certs