Argon Plasma Coagulation Unit

An electro-surgical system that uses argon gas ionized by high-frequency current to coagulate bleeding tissue surfaces in endoscopic procedures. Falls under HTS 9018.90.60.00 as electro-surgical apparatus for non-contact hemostasis in gastrointestinal and thoracic surgery. Includes gas regulator and electrode components.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9018.90.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If includes extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy capability

Heading excludes lithotripters from 9018.90.60, directing them to separate subheading.

8419.20.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for medical gas mixing equipment without electro-surgical function

Chapter note 1(g) excludes certain gas appliances; classified by medical gas equipment heading.

9018.39.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If mechanical syringe pumps rather than electro-surgical

Non-electrical surgical instruments and appliances covered in 9018.39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include biocompatibility test results for electrodes per ISO 10993 standards

Declare argon gas flow specifications in commercial invoice for proper classification

Maintain sterilization validation records to demonstrate medical device compliance

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