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Raman Spectrometer Handheld Unit from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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