Thermo Scientific Nicolet iS50 FTIR Spectrometer from Japan
The Nicolet iS50 is an electrical Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectrometer that uses infrared radiation for chemical analysis by identifying molecular structures through absorption spectra. It falls under HTS 9027.50.40.15 as an optical radiation-based instrument specifically for chemical analysis, featuring electrical components for data processing and display. Commonly used in labs for material identification and quality control.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify CE marking and FCC compliance for electrical components to meet US import standards
• Provide detailed technical specs and calibration certificates in documentation to avoid misclassification