Patient Breathing Filter HMEF from Germany
Heat and Moisture Exchanging Filter combining bacterial/viral filtration with humidification for anesthesia circuits, protecting patients and machines. Disposable filter appliance. Under HTS 9018.90.30.00.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Filtration efficiency (99.999% @ 0.1 micron) certification mandatory
• Specify HME function vs. simple filters to maintain classification
• Bulk media imports risk chemical heading misplacement