Leica Microtome Knife Holder from China
A precision-engineered holder for securing disposable or reusable knife blades in microtomes used for tissue sectioning in histology labs. It falls under HTS 9027.90.88.00 as a specialized accessory for microtomes, enabling accurate and repeatable thin slicing of biological samples. This part is essential for maintaining blade alignment during the cutting process.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify compatibility certification with specific microtome models to ensure classification as a dedicated part under Chapter 90
• Include detailed technical specs and manufacturer declarations in documentation to avoid reclassification to general lab ware