Precisionary CM1950 UV Cryostat Knife

UV-sterilizable tungsten carbide knife for Precisionary CM1950 research cryostats producing sections for fluorescence optical microscopy. Patented geometry minimizes compression artifacts in neural tissue analysis. HTS 9027.90.68.00 as optical microtome part.

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Alternative Classifications

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

8208.90.30.00Same rate: 35%

If industrial precision cutting blades

Interchangeable knives/blades classify as tools unless dedicated to Chapter 90 apparatus.

9027.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If diamond knives for ultramicrotomy

Special materials for EM sectioning have material-specific subheadings.

8479.89.65.00Lower: 20.3% vs 35%

If classified as cryostat machine component

Laboratory processing equipment parts fall outside Chapter 90 analytical instruments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document UV-resistant material specifications and fluorescence compatibility

Include research grant/protocol references demonstrating physical analysis application

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