Infrared Therapy Lamp

A medical device emitting infrared rays for therapeutic pain relief and muscle relaxation in physical therapy settings. It falls under HTS 9018.20.00.80 as an infrared ray apparatus used in medical sciences, distinct from technical or machine-use items excluded by chapter notes.

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%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8516.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If used for non-medical heating or industrial drying

Chapter 90 excludes apparatus for technical or machine uses; non-medical infrared heaters go to electric heaters in heading 8516.

9018.90.75Same rate: 35%

If imported as replacement parts like bulbs or reflectors

Parts and accessories suitable solely for 9018 apparatus classify in 9018.90 per chapter note 2(a), not the complete apparatus heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify FDA registration as Class I or II medical device and include clearance documentation

Label with specific intended medical use to avoid reclassification under general lighting headings