Mettler Toledo XPR Microbalance from China
Ultra-precise microbalance with 1 μg readability for microgram-level weighing in research labs. Classified under HTS 9016.00.60.00 due to sensitivity far exceeding 5 cg requirement for analytical balances. Features automatic doors and climate monitoring for contamination-free operation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.8%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include NIST-traceable calibration data proving microgram sensitivity
• Declare as lab instrument; provide evidence against industrial classification
• Check for anti-static features documentation to support cleanroom use claims