Handheld Refractometer
Portable optical instrument measuring refractive index of liquids like Brix in beverages or salinity in solutions. HTS 9027.89.80 applies to general-purpose refractometers not qualifying as specialized saccharimeters.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specialized as saccharimeter for sugar content
Sugar refractometers (saccharimeters) have dedicated subheading.
If digital electronic versions with display
Certain electronic optical instruments shift within 9027 structure.
If plastic body without optical components
Non-optical containers classify by material per exclusions.
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• Calibrate with standard solutions and document for customs verification
• Specify measurement range to avoid saccharimeter classification
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