Argon Plasma Coagulation Unit from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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