Waters ACQUITY UPLC H-Class System from China
Waters ACQUITY UPLC H-Class is an ultra-performance liquid chromatograph using electrical pumps and UV detectors for high-resolution separation of complex mixtures in proteomics research. Classified under HTS 9027.20.5060 due to its electrical operation for chemical analysis.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide FDA registration if for pharmaceutical use; many LC systems require it despite analytical classification
• Document software validation for GMP compliance in pharma imports to prevent holds
• Avoid bulk shipments without individual serial numbers, as customs may question commercial vs lab use