Air Turbine Dental Handpiece

A high-speed rotary dental handpiece powered by compressed air, utilizing an unlimited rotary acting pneumatic turbine for precision drilling and grinding in dental procedures. It falls under HTS 8412.39.0040 as a pneumatic power motor with unlimited rotary action, distinct from limited rotary types like reciprocating pistons.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9018.19.55Same rate: 35%

If imported as a complete dental drill unit with electric components

Complete dental instruments incorporating motors may shift to Chapter 90 for medical appliances.

8412.90.90Same rate: 35%

If imported solely as replacement turbine parts

Parts of pneumatic engines are classified separately under 8412.90, not as complete motors.

8481.80.90Higher: 37% vs 35%

If for industrial turbine use in non-power applications

If functioning primarily as a valve or regulator rather than a power motor.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify FDA registration and medical device classification for dental tools to ensure compliance with U.S. import health regulations

β€’ Include detailed technical specs confirming unlimited rotary action and air-powered mechanism in commercial invoices

β€’ Avoid misclassification as electric motors (HTS 8501); provide airflow diagrams if challenged by customs