Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 90121000: Microscopes other than optical microscopes; diffraction apparatus

Microscopes are an essential tool in various scientific fields, allowing researchers and scientists to observe and study objects at a microscopic level. The HS Code 90121000 specifically refers to microscopes other than optical microscopes, as well as diffraction apparatus.

When it comes to international trade, the HS Code plays a crucial role in classifying and identifying goods. It serves as a standardized system for customs authorities to determine the appropriate duties and tariffs for imported or exported products.

The bound or most-favored-nation (MFN) duty rate for HS Code 90121000 is 3.5%. This means that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This helps promote fair and equal trade practices among countries.

Special tariff preference programs are also available for the importation of products under HS Code 90121000. Some of these programs include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP): This program provides duty-free treatment for eligible products. Countries such as Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Chile, European Union (EU), Israel, Japan, Jordan, Morocco, Mexico, Oman, Peru, Singapore, and the United States participate in this program.
• Australia Special Rate: Australia offers a special rate for the importation of microscopes and diffraction apparatus under HS Code 90121000.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Bahrain also provides a special rate for these products.
• North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) for Canada and Mexico: Under NAFTA, microscopes and diffraction apparatus from Canada and Mexico receive duty-free treatment.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Certain countries in the Caribbean region, including the Dominican Republic, benefit from duty-free treatment for these products.
• Israel Special Rate: Israel offers duty-free treatment for microscopes and diffraction apparatus.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): Microscopes and diffraction apparatus from eligible Andean countries, such as Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, receive preferential treatment.
• Jordan Special Rate: Jordan provides a special rate for the importation of these products.
• Morocco Special Rate: Morocco offers a special rate for microscopes and diffraction apparatus.
• Oman Special Rate: Oman provides a special rate for these products.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Microscopes and diffraction apparatus from countries within the DR-CAFTA agreement receive preferential treatment.
• Peru Special Rate: Peru offers a special rate for the importation of these products.
• Singapore Special Rate: Singapore provides a special rate for microscopes and diffraction apparatus.

When it comes to the importation of products under HS Code 90121000 into the United States, the data shows that New Hampshire and New Mexico are the top importing states. On the other hand, Massachusetts and Connecticut are the top exporting states for these products.

HS Code 90121000 encompasses microscopes other than optical microscopes and diffraction apparatus. The bound duty rate for this HS Code is 3.5%, and various special tariff preference programs, such as the Generalized System of Preferences and regional trade agreements, offer duty-free treatment or special rates for these products. Understanding the HS Code and its associated data is essential for both importers and exporters to navigate international trade effectively.