8419.20.00/Flash Autoclave for Surgical Centers/Japan

Flash Autoclave for Surgical Centers from Japan

Rapid-cycle steam sterilizer for immediate-use steam sterilization of dropped instruments in operating rooms. Achieves 132°C in under 4 minutes. Medical sterilizer per HTS 8419.20.00 for surgical applications.

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%

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Import Tips

• FDA guidance on immediate-use sterilization; provide containment device certs

• High import volume—use bonds for frequent shipments

• Avoid classifying as lab only; specify surgical end-use