Confocal Raman Microscope for Chemical Mapping from China
Integrated Raman microscope system combines confocal optics with visible laser spectroscopy for spatially resolved chemical composition mapping at micron resolution. Falls under HTS 9027.50.80.15 as advanced chemical analysis using optical radiation (Raman spectroscopy). Used in pharmaceutical development, materials characterization, and failure analysis.
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
• Specify confocal resolution (<1μm) and Raman spectral range proving advanced chemical analysis microscopy
• Optical microscope primacy doesn't override; classify by chemical analysis function per Chapter 90 notes
• Stage automation documentation prevents 8479 robotic stage classification