Geiger-Mueller Counter from Mexico
A handheld device equipped with a Geiger-Mueller tube that detects and measures ionizing radiation such as alpha, beta, and gamma rays by counting ionization events in a gas-filled tube. It falls under HTS 9030.10.00.00 as it is specifically designed for measuring or detecting ionizing radiations, excluding non-ionizing types.
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
• Verify calibration certificates and ensure devices meet NIST or equivalent standards for U.S. import compliance
• Include detailed technical specs in commercial invoice to avoid misclassification as general lab equipment