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Medical Device LCD LED Backlight Module

A sterilizable LED backlight module for medical monitor LCDs, with biocompatible LEDs on a substrate, connectors, and optical layers. It is used in patient vital sign displays and is designed exclusively for LED light sources, meeting the criteria for this tariff item.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%—7%
🇲🇽Mexico7%—7%
🇺🇸United States7%+50.0%57%
🇩🇪Germany7%—7%
🇯🇵Japan7%—7%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

9018.90.10Lower: Free vs 7%

If the module is presented as an integral part of a medical diagnostic apparatus

Medical devices of heading 90.18 may include lighting parts if they are essential to the device's function, but this requires the module to be imported with the device.

9405.42.10Lower: 6% vs 7%

If used in a theatrical medical demonstration setting

Unlikely, but this sibling item covers LED spotlights for theatrical use, which does not apply to standard medical monitors.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm whether the module qualifies as a medical device part under Health Canada regulations, which may affect import documentation

• Provide evidence of biocompatibility and sterilization compliance if requested by CBSA

• Ensure the product is not classified as a complete medical monitor, which falls under a different heading

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