Helena Biosciences SPIFE 4000 Electrophoresis System from Canada

The SPIFE 4000 is an automated electrical slab gel electrophoresis system for clinical serum protein electrophoresis (SPE). It separates proteins for medical diagnostics using electric fields, but research versions fit HTS 9027.20.5030 for general analysis electrophoresis instruments.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

10%

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

Import Tips

Distinguish research vs IVD versions; clinical requires FDA 510(k) clearance

Include destaining/washing automation specs for complete system valuation

Electrical safety testing (IEC 61010) mandatory for lab instruments