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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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