Vertical Steam Sterilizer for Hospitals from Germany
Large-capacity vertical autoclave for bulk sterilization of hospital linens, surgical drapes, and waste in central sterile services departments. Employs high-pressure steam for complete microbial kill. HTS 8419.20.00 covers such medical sterilizers for temperature-change processes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• FDA establishment registration required; include biocompatibility testing for chamber materials
• Declare exact capacity and cycle types to match statistical reporting requirements