Hitachi LaChrom Ultra HPLC from Japan
High-speed HPLC with electrical UV-Vis and fluorescence detectors for pharmaceutical impurity profiling. HTS 9027.20.50 applies to its electrical chromatography capabilities. Standard in QC laboratories.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Validate USP/EP compliance documentation for pharma end-use
• Serial number all detector modules for warranty/traceability
• Avoid 'complete lab' description triggering broader equipment review