Medical Endoscope Camera Tube from Japan
Miniaturized cathode-ray tubes used in medical endoscope television cameras for internal imaging during procedures. Compact photocathode design fits fiber-optic bundles. HTS 8540.20.20 applies as television camera tubes for specialized medical applications.
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
• FDA 510(k) clearance documentation supports medical device classification
• Sterilization compatibility specs prevent reclassification as general camera tubes
• Size declarations (<10mm diameter) confirm endoscope-specific miniaturization