Waters Acquity UPLC System from Germany
Ultra-performance liquid chromatography system sent abroad for customer demonstration and returned. As US-made Chapter 90 instrument, qualifies under 9801.00.10.90 for duty-free reimportation.
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 demo agreements with end-user signatures confirming instrument condition upon return
• Use CBP's Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) for streamlined reimport filing
• Maintain spare parts inventory records separate from main instrument to avoid classification issues