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Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Confocal Microscope from China

US-assembled confocal laser scanning microscope exported for international conference display and returned in original condition. Falls under 9801.00.10.90 for Chapter 90 instruments returned without value advancement.

Duty Rate — China → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Retain original US manufacturing certificates and serial numbers matching export records

• Submit CBP Form 3311 for proof of export and reimportation timeline compliance

• Avoid drawback complications by ensuring no duty drawback was claimed on original export