Blackbody Calibration Source

Temperature-controlled blackbody radiator emitting known infrared spectral radiance for calibrating thermal imaging systems. Optical radiation source for heat/light measurement instrument calibration, HTS 9027.50.80. Lab metrology standard.

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.

9025.90.06.00Same rate: 35%

If simple temperature calibration parts

Thermometer parts classify with principal instrument.

9033.00Lower: 14.4% vs 35%

If general lab parts and accessories

Parts not specific to Chapter 90 headings go to 9033.

8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If industrial heating equipment

Furnaces without optical calibration function classify as machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include emissivity (>0.99) and temperature uniformity specifications

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