Bipolar Electrosurgical Forceps from China
Precision forceps with insulated tips that deliver bipolar radiofrequency energy for tissue grasping, cutting, and sealing during microsurgery. Classified in HTS 9018.90.60.00 as electro-surgical instruments and accessories for delicate procedures like neurosurgery. Reusable with autoclavable design.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide lot-specific sterilization and validation records for reusable instruments
• Include electrical safety test reports (leakage current under 100μA)
• Label clearly distinguishing bipolar from monopolar configurations