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Raman Spectrometer from Japan

An electrical Raman spectrometer employing laser-induced optical radiation (visible/infrared) for non-destructive chemical analysis. Falls under HTS 9027.50.4060 for its use in molecular spectroscopy across research and industrial labs. Known for identifying substances through light scattering.

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

• Laser safety classification (Class 1/3B) must be documented per FDA/CDRH standards

• Include wavelength specs to confirm optical radiation (not purely electrical)