Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 Gas Chromatograph

The TRACE 1300 series gas chromatograph from Thermo Scientific offers robust performance for routine and research applications in food safety and petrochemical analysis. It supports multiple detectors including FID and ECD for comprehensive compound identification. Falls under HTS 9027.20.8030 as specialized gas chromatography apparatus for chemical analysis.

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 classified as electrophoresis apparatus rather than chromatography

Electrophoresis instruments have separate provisions within 9027.20.70; pure gas chromatographs remain in .80.

8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If for machinery with substantial heating/cooling functions beyond analysis

If thermal cycling is primary function, it may be seen as laboratory heating machinery rather than analytical instrument.

9030Lower: 10% vs 35%

If when sold as part of oscilloscopes or recording equipment sets

Instruments combining oscillation/recording with analysis may shift to Chapter 90 heading 9030 for combined function articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit instrument brochures highlighting GC-specific functions to distinguish from general lab equipment during customs examination

Ensure proper packing for delicate column components and declare helium carrier gas requirements in advance

For research imports, attach university/end-user statements to support duty exemptions under HTSUS subheading 9810.00.60