UV-Vis Spectrophotometer for Water Quality Testing

A spectrophotometer measuring ultraviolet-visible light absorption for chemical analysis of water contaminants and parameters. Classified in HTS 9027.89.80.30 as a chemical analysis apparatus for quantitative analysis. Commonly used in environmental monitoring and wastewater treatment.

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.

9028.10.00.00Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If integrated as gas/liquid chromatography detector

Dedicated detectors for chromatographs classified in heading 9028.

9027.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If parts or accessories for existing spectrophotometers

Components suitable solely for these instruments go to 9027.90 per chapter parts rule.

8479.82.00Same rate: 35%

If fully automated with robotic sample handling

High-automation lab systems often classified as machines in 8479.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Attach EPA method validation docs if for regulatory water testing applications

Use precise terminology like 'absorbance spectrophotometer' matching HTS chemical analysis scope

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