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Spectrophotometer Detector Module

Photodiode detector module for UV-Vis spectrophotometers measuring light absorption in chemical analysis. Designed exclusively for instruments of 9027.50 (instruments for physical/chemical analysis). Falls under 9027.90.56 as an electrical accessory.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8541Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If imported as standalone photodiodes

General photosensitive semiconductor devices classified in Chapter 85, not as instrument-specific parts.

9013.80Lower: 17% vs 37.5%

If for other optical measuring instruments

Parts of non-chemical analysis optical instruments like lasers fall under 9013.

9027.90Same rate: 37.5%

If for subheading 9027.10 instruments

Parts specific to gas/liquid chromatographs have separate statistical suffix.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide calibration data and ISO certifications to demonstrate classification as lab instrument part

• Ensure CE marking for electrical safety compliance in target markets

• Avoid bulk shipments without individual serialization for traceability