Horiba Dilatometer DIL 402 from Japan
Electrical pushrod dilatometer employing infrared optical interferometry for thermal expansion measurement. Classifies under HTS 9027.50.4020 for optical radiation thermal analysis capabilities. Essential for glass industry R&D.
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
• Specify specimen holder materials compatible with reactive glass samples
• Include optical alignment procedures in operation manual
• Verify laser safety compliance for interferometry optics