Autoclave Sterilization Chamber

The main pressure vessel component of a laboratory autoclave used for high-pressure steam sterilization of medical instruments and glassware. Classified under HTS 8419.90.50 as a part of laboratory sterilizers involving temperature change processes like steaming. Essential for achieving aseptic conditions in research settings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If for general industrial sterilization not lab-specific

Industrial sterilizers fall under other machinery parts, excluding dedicated lab/medical equipment.

9018.90.75Same rate: 35%

If classified as complete medical sterilization instrument

Finished medical instruments are in Chapter 90, not parts of temperature treatment machinery.

7321.90.60Same rate: 35%

If imported as basic stainless steel pressure vessel

Bare metal fabrications without sterilization function go to steel products heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify FDA registration for medical-use parts; provide sterilization validation documentation; ensure pressure vessel certifications like ASME compliance to avoid customs holds

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