Helena Biosciences SPIFE 4000 Electrophoresis System from Japan
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 — 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
• 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