Ohaus Explorer Precision Jewelry Balance

A high-precision analytical balance with 5 cg sensitivity designed specifically for jewelry weighing, featuring electromagnetic force restoration technology. It falls under HTS 9016.00.40.00 as a jeweler's balance of 5 cg or better sensitivity for precious metal and gemstone measurement. Includes tare function and parts compatibility for jewelry trade use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.9%+35.0%37.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇨🇦Canada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇩🇪Germany2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇯🇵Japan2.9%+10.0%12.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9016.00.20.00Higher: 38.9% vs 37.9%

If marketed for general laboratory analytical use

Balances of 5 cg sensitivity for lab chemicals or samples fall under laboratory analytical balances, not specifically jeweler's.

8423.81.00Lower: 35% vs 37.9%

If used in industrial weighing without precision sensitivity

Less precise scales (over 5 cg sensitivity) for bulk weighing go to Chapter 84 machinery, excluding high-precision optical chapter items.

9033.00Lower: 14.4% vs 37.9%

If classified as generic parts not solely for jeweler's balances

Parts suitable for multiple balance types default to heading 9033 per chapter note 2(c), unless principally for 9016 apparatus.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify sensitivity certificate documentation proving 5 cg or better to qualify under this subheading

Include calibration weights if shipped together; separate entries may require parts classification proof

Avoid common pitfall of misclassifying as laboratory scales under 9016.00.20 without jewelry-specific features