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Microtome Electrical Stage Controller from China

Stepper motor controller board for automated microtomes slicing biological samples at micron precision. Classified HTS 9027.90.59 as electrical accessory for microtomes. Enables programmable section thickness.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]

Import Tips

• Include FDA 510(k) clearance if for medical use, affecting documentation

• Specify micron accuracy (0.5-100μm) to confirm microtome specificity

• Avoid 'robotics controller' descriptions to prevent Section XVI classification