Refractometer Prism Assembly

Sapphire prism with calibration scale for Abbe refractometers (9027.20). Critical for measuring refractive index of liquids. Classified 9027.90.84.00 as dedicated optical component.

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.

9001.90.40.00Same rate: 35%

If optical prisms not tied to refractometers

General optical elements classify in heading 9001.

7104.10.00.00Lower: 20.5% vs 35%

If synthetic sapphire sold as gem material

Piezoelectric quartz/sapphire shifts to Chapter 71.

9027.90.68.00Same rate: 35%

If prisms for other optical testers

Suffix varies by parent instrument subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify refractive index range and dispersion correction

Anti-reflective coatings require optical treatment declaration

Standalone prisms risk 9001 classification