Knapp #8 Extracting Forceps

Upper anterior forceps with narrow beaks for single-rooted maxillary incisors and canines. Universal extraction pattern. While forceps may have specific codes, classified here as dental hand instruments per hierarchy.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽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.

9018.49.40.00Same rate: 10%

If classified specifically as dental forceps rather than general hand instruments

More specific subheading exists for extraction forceps within dental instruments

8203.20.80.00Higher: 39.5% vs 10%

If general pliers without dental beak configuration

Pliers in Chapter 82 lack medical specificity required for Chapter 90

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide extraction force specifications (typically 50-200N range)

Include beak geometry diagrams showing tooth-specific adaptation

Ratchet mechanism must meet tensile strength ISO 14457 standards

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