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Two-Photon Confocal Microscope from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document specific fluorophore excitation requirements unavailable domestically

• Laser safety compliance documentation required at time of customs entry

• 5-year nonprofit use restriction; duty liability if transferred to commercial entity