FTIR Spectrometer for Molecular Structure Identification

Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectrometer utilizes infrared optical radiation to identify molecular structures and functional groups in chemical samples. It qualifies for HTS 9027.50.80.15 as a chemical analysis apparatus relying on IR spectroscopy for qualitative and quantitative analysis. Widely applied in material science, forensics, and polymer chemistry.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9027.30Lower: 10% vs 35%

If combined with gas chromatography (GC-FTIR)

Hybrid chromatographic-spectroscopic systems classify under chromatography heading 9027.30.

9013.80Lower: 14.5% vs 35%

If for medical liquid/microbial analysis applications

Certain biomedical optical analyzers may fall under medical/surgical instruments if patient diagnostic purpose.

9031.80.80Same rate: 35%

If industrial emission monitoring configuration

Process control FTIR for factory emissions classifies as other measuring instruments under 9031.80.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit FTIR spectral range documentation (4000-400 cm⁻¹ typical) confirming infrared optical radiation for chemical identification

Avoid classification issues by specifying laboratory analytical purpose vs industrial process monitoring

Include software validation if AI-enhanced spectral interpretation to prevent Chapter 85 classification

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