9027.89.45.60/Handheld Refractive Index Meter/Japan

Handheld Refractive Index Meter from Japan

Electrical digital refractometer measuring refractive index for food, chemical, and gemstone authentication. Falls under HTS 9027.89.45.60 as physical analysis instrument. Temperature compensation and IP65 waterproof rating.

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%

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Import Tips

• RI range (1.0000-1.8100 typical) and resolution specs required

• ATC (automatic temperature compensation) documentation

• Gemological vs. food industry end-use affects import regulations