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NIR Spectrometer for Chemical Composition Analysis from Japan

This near-infrared (NIR) spectrometer uses optical radiation in the infrared spectrum to analyze the chemical composition of solids, liquids, and gases non-destructively. It falls under HTS 9027.50.80.15 as it is a chemical analysis instrument employing infrared optical radiation for molecular identification through absorbance spectroscopy. Commonly used in food, pharmaceutical, and agricultural 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 instrument calibration certificates and optical component specifications to confirm classification under optical radiation chemical analyzers

Include detailed technical manuals showing infrared/UV/visible spectroscopy functions to avoid misclassification as general lab equipment

Ensure FDA registration if destined for pharmaceutical use; common pitfall is incomplete radiation type documentation