Color Measurement Spectrophotometer

Benchtop spectrophotometer specifically for precise color specification (CIELAB, XYZ) in textile/graphics industries using D/8 geometry optics. As an electrical spectrophotometer for physical light analysis, it falls under HTS 9027.30.4040.

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.

9031.49.40.00Same rate: 35%

If functioning primarily as industrial color inspection equipment

Measuring/checking optical instruments for industrial use classify in 9031.

8443.32Lower: 10% vs 35%

If when designed as printer proofing system component

Printing machinery accessories classify under Chapter 84.

9029.20Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If for speedometers incorporating color measurement

Vehicle instrument panel displays with analysis classify under 9029.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include traceable calibration standards certificates from NIST/ISO

Geometry/sphere type specifications must match import declarations

Avoid 'exposure meter' misclassification by emphasizing spectral analysis function

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