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Medical Recovery Stretcher Base

A wheeled base equipped with a hydraulic lift mechanism, designed to support patient stretchers in recovery areas. It is classified as other medical furniture under this tariff item, as it is a specialized component for medical transport furniture.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8716.80.10Higher: 4.5% vs Free

If the base is a simple non-hydraulic platform without medical-specific features

A generic wheeled base without medical adaptations may be classified as other vehicles, not furniture.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify that the base is not classified as a general-purpose wheeled platform, which could fall under other headings

β€’ Provide specifications showing the hydraulic lift is integral to its medical function to avoid reclassification