Boulder Ultramicrotome for Electron Microscopy from Japan
Designed for ultrathin sectioning (50nm-5μm) of specimens for transmission electron microscopy, the Boulder microtome uses diamond knives for nanoscale biological samples. Essential for cell biology and virology research. Classified under HTS 9027.90.2000 as specialized microtome for physical analysis.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include diamond knife compatibility specs; declare as research instrument
• Electron microscopy lab affidavits crucial for proper classification
• Ultra-fine tolerances may trigger additional metrology inspection—prepare certs