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