Microtome Disposable Blade from Mexico
High-carbon steel disposable blade for paraffin-embedded tissue sectioning in rotary microtomes (subheading 9027.90.30 microtomes themselves, but blades as parts). Feather or Leica-style for pathology labs. Under 9027.90.84.00 as accessory.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify angle (35°) and thickness (0.25mm) matching microtome clearance
• Sterile packaging requires medical device consideration
• Bulk blades risk 8208 classification as knives