Waters Acquity UPLC System from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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