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Thermo Scientific Nicolet iS50 FTIR Spectrometer from China

The Nicolet iS50 is a Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectrometer used for identifying unknown materials by analyzing their infrared absorption spectra. It falls under HTS 9027.30.80.80 as a spectrophotometer using infrared optical radiation for physical and chemical analysis in laboratory settings. This benchtop instrument supports research, quality control, and forensic 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

Verify CE marking and FCC compliance for electronic components to meet U.S. entry requirements

Include detailed technical specifications and calibration certificates in documentation to avoid classification disputes