Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 90278080: Nonelectrical Instruments and Apparatus for Physical or Chemical Analysis

The HS Code 90278080 refers to nonelectrical instruments and apparatus used for physical or chemical analysis, including measuring viscosity, checking heat, sound, or light. This code is a classification system used by customs authorities for the purpose of categorizing and identifying goods during international trade.

When importing or exporting products classified under HS Code 90278080, it is important to understand the applicable duty rates and any special tariff preference programs that may be available. In the case of this HS Code, the bound/MFN duty rate is free, which means that no duties are imposed on these goods. This applies 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.

There is no specific quantity unit collected for goods classified under HS Code 90278080. This means that the quantity of the goods does not affect the duty rate or any other customs requirements.

Furthermore, there are several special tariff preference programs that provide duty-free treatment for products classified under HS Code 90278080. These programs include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP): This program provides duty-free treatment for eligible products from various countries.
• Australia Special Rate: Australia has a special rate for goods imported under this HS Code.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Bahrain offers a special rate for goods classified under this HS Code.
• NAFTA for Canada: Goods imported from Canada under this HS Code receive duty-free treatment under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Chile Special Rate: Chile has a special rate for goods imported under this HS Code.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): This program provides duty-free treatment for eligible products from certain Caribbean countries.
• Israel Special Rate: Israel offers duty-free treatment for goods classified under this HS Code.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): This program provides duty-free treatment for eligible products from certain Andean countries.
• Jordan Special Rate: Jordan has a special rate for goods imported under this HS Code.
• Morocco Special Rate: Morocco offers a special rate for goods classified under this HS Code.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Goods imported from Mexico under this HS Code receive duty-free treatment under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Oman Special Rate: Oman has a special rate for goods imported under this HS Code.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): This program provides duty-free treatment for eligible products from certain Central American countries and the Dominican Republic.
• Peru Special Rate: Peru offers a special rate for goods classified under this HS Code.
• Singapore Special Rate: Singapore has a special rate for goods imported under this HS Code.

When it comes to importing goods classified under HS Code 90278080 to the United States, the data shows that Oregon is the main importing state, followed by New Hampshire, Delaware, the District of Columbia, West Virginia, and Massachusetts.

On the other hand, the main exporting states for goods classified under HS Code 90278080 from the United States are Idaho, Oregon, Hawaii, Delaware, Massachusetts, Vermont, and Connecticut.

Understanding the HS Code 90278080 and its associated details is essential for importers, exporters, and customs authorities to ensure compliance with applicable duty rates and special tariff preference programs. It also helps in facilitating smooth international trade and promoting economic growth.