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Raman Spectrometer Handheld Unit from China

Portable Raman spectrometer using laser (visible/NIR) to analyze molecular composition through inelastic light scattering. Optical radiation instrument for chemical identification, HTS 9027.50.80. Used for forensics and material ID.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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]

Import Tips

• Include laser safety classification (Class 1/3B) and Raman shift range specs

• Declare fiber optic probes separately from main unit

• ITAR/EAR export controls apply to high-power laser optics