Dental Model Trimmers from Japan
Benchtop devices that trim plaster dental models using abrasive wheels for clean edges before articulation. Classified in HTS 9018.49.80.80 as other dental appliances, not dental drills or hand instruments. Essential for lab preparation of diagnostic casts.
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
• Include motor voltage, RPM specs, and dust extraction features in technical documentation
• Certify compliance with UL or equivalent electrical safety standards for US market