Electrosurgical Return Electrode Pad from Germany
Disposable patient grounding pad providing return path for monopolar RF current during electro-surgical procedures. Classified HTS 9018.90.60.00 as electro-surgical accessory preventing burns from improper grounding. Adhesive hydrogel construction with impedance monitoring.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Split thickness adhesive validation prevents delamination during surgery
• Impedance monitoring circuit documentation differentiates from basic pads
• Shelf life and sterility assurance level (SAL 10^-6) records required