Harmonic Scalpel Handpiece from Japan
Ultrasonic electro-surgical handpiece that vibrates shears at 55kHz to simultaneously cut and coagulate tissue with minimal thermal spread. HTS 9018.90.60.00 electro-surgical instrument for advanced hemostatic surgery in general and transplant procedures. Requires separate generator.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Acoustic transducer calibration certificates essential for customs
• Document vibration frequency specifications avoiding mechanical tool classification
• Provide tissue effect validation studies for coagulation performance