Shimadzu IRSpirit FTIR Spectrophotometer from China
Shimadzu IRSpirit is a high-performance FTIR spectrophotometer with compact design for space-limited labs. Classified in HTS 9027.30.40.80 for electrical operation using infrared radiation in spectrophotometric analysis. Supports advanced applications in polymer and pharmaceutical testing.
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
• Include user manuals in English and technical datasheets for customs valuation
• Declare resolution specifications (0.5 cm⁻¹) to confirm analytical instrument status
• Watch for reclassification if shipped with extensive software as 'systems' under 8471