Laryngeal Mask Airway (LMA) Disposable from Japan
A single-use supraglottic airway device used to maintain an open airway during anesthesia procedures. It features an inflatable cuff and a mask portion inserted into the larynx for positive pressure ventilation. Classified under HTS 9018.90.30.00 as an anesthetic instrument essential for airway management in surgical settings.
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
• Verify FDA 510(k) clearance and provide sterilization certificates to ensure compliance with medical device regulations
• Include detailed technical specifications and clinical usage documentation to avoid misclassification as general respiratory masks
• Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect declaration of single-use vs. reusable status affecting duty rates