Endoscope Washer-Sterilizer from Japan
Automated high-level disinfectant washer-disinfector with thermal sterilization for flexible endoscopes in endoscopy suites. Uses peracetic acid and heat >90°C; under HTS 8419.20.00.10 for surgical sterilization temperature processes.
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
• AAMI/ANSI validation; chemical SDS sheets
• Pitfall: Washer function dominating to 8419.89