Two-Photon Confocal Microscope

Advanced multiphoton microscope for deep tissue imaging (chapter 90). No U.S.-made system offers equivalent penetration depth and resolution combination. Duty-free for neuroscience research laboratories.

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9011.80.00.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If standard compound optical microscopes

Chapter 90 microscopes without special scientific certification

8479.89.95Higher: 37.5% vs 10%

If containing significant data processing

Machines with functions not elsewhere specified if computer dominates

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Document specific fluorophore excitation requirements unavailable domestically

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