Shimadzu GC-2030 Gas Chromatograph from Germany
Shimadzu's GC-2030 is an eco-friendly gas chromatograph with low carrier gas consumption, ideal for high-throughput analysis in quality control labs. It features intelligent oven control and fast cooling for efficient sample processing. Classified in HTS 9027.20.8030 for gas chromatographs used in physical/chemical analysis.
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
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