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Helena Biosciences SPIFE 4000 Electrophoresis System from Germany

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 — 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

• 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