Ohaus Explorer Precision Jewelry Balance from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.9%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• 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