Flash Autoclave Sterilizer from Mexico
A rapid-cycle steam flash autoclave for emergency sterilization of unwrapped surgical instruments in operating rooms, achieving sterility in 3-10 minutes at 132°C. Classified in HTS 8419.20.00.10 for immediate medical use temperature-based sterilization. Used for dropped instruments during surgery.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document as 'unwrapped goods only' to match FDA clearance; check for immediate use validation
• Pitfall: High-speed units misread as pasteurizers under other 8419