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Air Turbine Dental Handpiece from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

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

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

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