Dental Wax Carving Units Heated
Heated wax knives and carving units for shaping wax patterns used in crown and bridge fabrication. HTS 9018.49.80.80 covers these as other dental appliances, excluding powered handpieces. Temperature control ensures precise wax manipulation.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If designed as dental hand instruments
Manual wax knives without heating classify under specific dental hand tools.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify temperature range (50-300°C) and tip materials (nickel-chromium) on invoices
• For cordless units, include battery safety data sheets (UN38.3)
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