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Dental Mouth Mirror

A small, stainless steel or rhodium-plated mirror used by dentists to view hard-to-reach areas inside the mouth during examinations and procedures. It falls under HTS 9018.90.10.00 as a medical optical instrument specifically designed for dental applications, classified within Chapter 90 for surgical and dental appliances.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9018.41.00.00Same rate: 12.5%

If incorporating dental drill functionality

Dental handpieces with integrated mirrors are classified under dental drill provisions rather than standalone optical mirrors.

4202.92Higher: 30.1% vs 12.5%

If for non-medical consumer use

Personal grooming mirrors on handles fall under travel cases or vanity articles, excluded from Chapter 90 medical appliances.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain FDA 510(k) clearance if required for reusable devices; provide sterilization method documentation; verify rhodium plating meets biocompatibility standards to avoid reclassification