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LIBS Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectrometer from Japan

Portable analyzer using visible/infrared laser optical radiation to create plasma for elemental composition analysis via emission spectroscopy. Under HTS 9027.50.80.60 for other optical radiation chemical analysis instruments. Used for metal alloy sorting.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Laser safety classification (Class 4) documentation mandatory for customs

Elemental detection limits in specs prove chemical analysis function