Glass Mercury Clinical Thermometer from Germany
A liquid-filled mercury thermometer designed for direct reading of body temperature in medical settings. It falls under HTS 9025.11.40.00 as a liquid-filled thermometer not combined with other instruments, used for precise temperature measurement. The glass tube allows clear visibility of the mercury column for accurate direct reading.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify compliance with FDA regulations for mercury-containing medical devices, including labeling and safety data sheets
• Provide certificates of analysis for mercury content to avoid customs delays; ensure proper calibration documentation
• Avoid misclassification as toys or novelty items, which could lead to incorrect duty application