Troemner Analytical Jewelry Scale from Japan
Compact benchtop scale with 0.01 g readability for gemologists and jewelers, including draft shield and jewelry-specific weighing pan. Classified under HTS 9016.00.40.00 due to its 5 cg or better sensitivity tailored for precious materials. Comes with RS232 interface for trade record-keeping.
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
• Label as 'jeweler's balance' with sensitivity specs on invoice to prevent reclassification
• Provide user manual excerpts showing jewelry applications to support tariff heading
• Check for anti-static features; improper humidity control claims can lead to lab scale disputes