Olympus Microtome Stage Adapter

Adjustable specimen stage adapter for Olympus research microtomes, enabling precise orientation for frozen or paraffin sections viewed under compound microscopes. Facilitates physical analysis of biological samples through ultra-thin sectioning. HTS 9027.90.68.00 covers this as other optical microtome accessory.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8479.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for automated tissue processors rather than manual microtomes

Parts for lab processing machines (not physical analysis instruments) fall under 8479 machinery parts.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If plastic adapters not principally for optical instruments

Generic plastic articles default to material composition heading if not Chapter 90 specific.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 35%

If steel components sold separately from microtome context

Metal fabrications without dedicated instrument function classify by material per Section XV.

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Include engineering drawings showing dimensional compatibility with optical microtome systems

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