Leica Biosystems RM CoolClamp Microtome from China

The RM CoolClamp system maintains specimen temperature during paraffin sectioning, preventing compression artifacts in fatty tissues. Combines Peltier cooling with rotary microtomy for crisp 2-5 micron ribbons. Falls under HTS 9027.90.2000 as advanced microtome technology.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Document Peltier cooling as microtome accessory, not primary refrigerator

Include comparative studies showing section quality improvement

Temperature control precision distinguishes from general lab freezers