Esophageal Bougie Dilator

A tapered instrument used to dilate strictures in the esophagus during endoscopic procedures. HTS 9018.39.0040 covers this bougie as a specialized medical dilator for gastrointestinal treatment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9018.90.30.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If metal bougie components for dental use

Dental-specific dilators and parts shift to dental apparatus subheading.

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 10%

If plastic dilators without medical validation

General plastic medical articles exclude specialized Chapter 90 classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Certify endoscopy compatibility and provide diameter sizing (mm/Fr)

β€’ Document reusable vs disposable status for correct duty treatment

β€’ Avoid bulk packaging misread as non-medical probes under Chapter 39