Sonics & Materials Vibraweld Ultrasonic Welder from China
The Vibraweld series from Sonics & Materials excels in welding small medical device components like syringe barrels from polypropylene. It offers pneumatic or servo actuation with precise force control for cleanroom environments. Ultrasonic welding classification under 8515.80.0040 due to vibration-induced molecular bonding.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Medical device importers must include biocompatibility test data for welding horns and 21 CFR 820 compliance statements
• Cleanroom-rated models require certification documentation; declare as 'Class II medical device manufacturing equipment'