HS Code 9016
Precision Balances
HS code 9016 covers precision balances with a sensitivity of 5cg or better, used in laboratories and for high-accuracy weighing of small masses.
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HS Code 9016 — Precision Balances
Covers highly sensitive balances used in laboratories and pharmacies that can measure weights with a sensitivity of 5 centigrams (0.05g) or better. These are typically used for chemical, pharmaceutical, or microscopic analysis.
What's included
- Analytical balances
- Micro-balances
- Pharmacy balances with 5cg sensitivity
- Precision weights sold with balances
What's excluded
- Household kitchen scales → use
842310(Generic weighing machinery with lower sensitivity.) - Industrial platform scales → use
8423(Classified under 8423 if sensitivity is less than 5cg.)
Common examples
- Electronic analytical balance
- Precision laboratory scale
- Jeweller's micro-balance
- Mechanical beam balance
- Analytical weights set
Frequently asked questions
What happens if the internal weights are missing?
The balance is still classified under 9016; weights presented separately are also included in this heading.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 4%
- Documentation: Usually requires calibration certificates for commercial resale.
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: Switzerland, Germany, China, Japan, USA
- Top importers: USA, Germany, India, United Kingdom, China
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Key takeaway
Sensitivity is the decider: better than 0.05g goes to 9016; otherwise, see 8423.
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