CLA-2-84:OT:RR:NC:N1:105
Shinji Azuma
Amuza Inc.
10060 Carroll Canyon Road, Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92131
RE: The tariff classification of a centrifuge from Japan
Dear Mr. Azuma:
In your letter dated May 29, 2025, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Descriptive literature was
provided for our review.
The item under consideration is described as the TOMY MDX-310 centrifuge, which is a refrigerated
laboratory device used to separate components in liquid samples by spinning them at high speeds. Its main
purpose is to aid in tasks like isolating cells, blood components, DNA/RNA, and removing debris. It utilizes a
rack-in-motor system, which allows for quick rotor swaps, and has a maximum capacity of three racks. The
device accommodates samples from 1.5 mL to 2.0 mL tubes, 96-well plates, and larger 50 mL tubes. The
induction motor can run from 300 to 15,000 revolutions per minute (RPM) in 100 rpm increments. The
display and control panel allow for fine-tuning of the speed, time, and temperature settings. The device
measures 341 mm wide by 491 mm deep by 823 mm high and weighs 62 kilograms. The MDX-310 is
imported with an operator’s manual, rotor fixing knob, two caster holders, a drain plug, power cord, and
hexagon wrench.
As you suggest in your letter, the applicable subheading for the TOMY MDX-310 centrifuge will be
8421.19.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Centrifuges,
including centrifugal dryers; filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus, for liquids or gases; parts
thereof: Centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers: Other.” The general rate of duty will be 1.3 percent ad
valorem.
Effective April 5, 2025, Executive Orders implemented “Reciprocal Tariffs.” All imported merchandise
must be reported with either the Chapter 99 provision under which the reciprocal tariff applies or one of the
Chapter 99 provisions covering exceptions to the reciprocal tariffs. At this time products from all countries
will be subject to an additional 10 percent ad valorem rate of duty. At the time of entry, you must report the
Chapter 99 heading applicable to your product classification, i.e. 9903.01.25, in addition to subheading
8421.19.0000, HTSUS, listed above.
The tariffs and additional duties cited above are current as of this ruling’s issuance. Duty rates are provided
for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying
duty rates are provided at https://hts.usitc.gov/.
The holding set forth above applies only to the specific factual situation and merchandise description as
identified in the ruling request. This position is clearly set forth in Title 19, Code of Federal Regulations
(CFR), Section 177.9(b)(1). This section states that a ruling letter is issued on the assumption that all of the
information furnished in the ruling letter, whether directly, by reference, or by implication, is accurate and
complete in every material respect. In the event that the facts are modified in any way, or if the goods do not
conform to these facts at time of importation, you should bring this to the attention of U.S. Customs and
Border Protection (CBP) and submit a request for a new ruling in accordance with 19 CFR 177.2.
Additionally, we note that the material facts described in the foregoing ruling may be subject to periodic
verification by CBP.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs and Border Protection
Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents
filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, please contact
National Import Specialist Jason Christie at [email protected].
Sincerely,
(for)
Steven A. Mack
Director
National Commodity Specialist Division