Esophageal Bougie Dilator from Japan
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.
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
• Certify endoscopy compatibility and provide diameter sizing (mm/Fr)
• Document reusable vs disposable status for correct duty treatment
• Avoid bulk packaging misread as non-medical probes under Chapter 39