Dental Excavator #2/3 from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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