Waters ACQUITY UPLC H-Class System from China
Waters ACQUITY UPLC H-Class is an ultra-performance liquid chromatography system offering superior resolution for complex mixtures in proteomics and metabolomics research. Classified under HTS 9027.20.80.60 for its role in chemical analysis via liquid chromatography techniques. It integrates binary solvent delivery and high-pressure capabilities for advanced lab applications.
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
• Obtain manufacturer's declaration of conformity for analytical instrument status to prevent misclassification as industrial machinery
• Document software validation (e.g
• Empower CDS) as it's integral; watch for ITAR restrictions on high-tech components