Handheld Infrared Vein Finder from Japan
Portable device using near-infrared light to visualize veins for IV insertions in hospitals and clinics. It qualifies under HTS 9018.20.00.80 as infrared ray medical apparatus, not excluded optical instruments or machine parts.
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
• Classify as Class II device requiring FDA premarket notification
• Provide clinical validation data distinguishing from diagnostic imaging