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Vielight Neuro Alpha IR Helmet from Japan

Wearable near-infrared therapy helmet for brain health, targeting cognitive function and neuroprotection. HTS 9018.20.00.40 for therapeutic infrared ray apparatus in neurology applications. Transcranial pulsed light delivery.

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

• Clinical study references proving neurological efficacy essential for customs medical verification

• Class I FDA registration simpler but still requires establishment registration proof

• Avoid 'wellness device' marketing language in import docs to maintain therapeutic status