UV-Vis Spectrophotometer from China
A benchtop UV-Vis spectrophotometer measures ultraviolet and visible light absorption spectra for quantitative analysis of chemical concentrations. It falls under HTS 9027.30.4040 as an electrical spectrophotometer using optical radiations in UV and visible ranges for physical/chemical analysis.
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
• Verify CE marking and FCC compliance for electrical components to meet US import standards
• Include calibration certificates and user manuals in documentation to avoid FDA scrutiny for analytical instruments
• Declare voltage specifications accurately to prevent customs holds on electrical safety