UV Transilluminator for Gel Documentation

Benchtop UV light box for visualizing DNA/RNA bands in electrophoresis gels using 254-365nm ultraviolet radiation. An optical instrument for biological sample analysis under HTS 9027.50.80. Essential for molecular biology labs.

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.

8539Lower: 12.6% vs 35%

If basic UV lamp without imaging function

Simple electric filament lamps classify in Chapter 85 regardless of wavelength.

9027.90.56Same rate: 35%

If parts for other Chapter 90 microscopes

UV illuminators designed as microscope accessories go with principal instrument.

8479.82.00Same rate: 35%

If complete gel documentation system with camera

Mixing and stirring machines or complete lab systems may classify in 8479.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify UV wavelength emission and safety interlocks in technical specs for proper optical classification

Include user manual showing analysis function, not just illumination

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