Plasma Gas Sterilizer from Japan
A low-temperature hydrogen peroxide gas plasma sterilizer for heat/moisture-sensitive surgical endoscopes and implants in hospitals. It uses vaporized H2O2 and RF plasma at <55°C, qualifying under HTS 8419.20.00.10 for medical sterilization processes involving temperature change. Provides deep penetration for complex lumens.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• EPA registration for H2O2 handling; include aerator validation docs
• Avoid classifying as chemical reactors under 8419.89