Dental Excavator #2/3 from Germany
A double-ended stainless steel excavator used by dentists to remove decay from teeth during cavity preparation. It features sharp spoon-shaped working ends for precise scraping and scooping. Classified under HTS 9018.49.80.40 as a dental hand instrument designed specifically for dental procedures.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify FDA 510(k) clearance or registration for dental hand instruments to meet U.S. medical device import requirements
• Include detailed material composition (e.g
• stainless steel grade) and sterilization instructions in documentation
• Avoid misclassification as general surgical tools; specify dental-specific use in commercial invoices