Microm HM 340E Rotary Microtome from Japan
The HM 340E is a manual rotary microtome for precise paraffin sectioning in research and clinical histology, with 50-60mm vertical stroke and 1-60 micron range. Its robust construction suits high-volume labs producing diagnostic slides. Properly classified in HTS 9027.90.2000 as a 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 precise thickness range specs to confirm microtome function vs general slicers
• Medical device listing required; prepare for CBP tissue analysis instrument verification
• Bundle with anti-roll plates? Declare as set to maintain 9027 classification