Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Confocal Microscope from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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