Shimadzu Prominence LC-20 HPLC

Shimadzu Prominence LC-20 series features electrical solvent delivery modules for reliable HPLC analysis in food safety testing. This modular electrical liquid chromatograph is specifically covered by HTS 9027.20.5060.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9027.20Same rate: 35%

If for electrophoresis instruments with LC capabilities

Electrophoresis-specific systems have dedicated statistical suffixes.

8419.89.95.80Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If pump mechanism predominates over analytical function

Laboratory-scale pumps without integral analysis classify as lab machinery.

9033.00Lower: 14.4% vs 35%

If when imported as unspecified parts/accessories

Per chapter note 2(c), non-specific parts default to 9033.

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