CuSP Axheart Portable Defibrillator

The CuSP Axheart is an ultra-compact wearable defibrillator controller for high-risk patients, delivering automatic shocks via vest electrodes for ambulatory protection against ventricular arrhythmias. Battery-powered with event recording. HTS 9018.90.64.00 covers wearable electro-medical defibrillators.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽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.

9018.90Same rate: 10%

If functioning primarily as wearable ECG event recorder without therapeutic shock capability

Monitoring-only wearables classify under diagnostic electro-medical instruments.

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 10%

If for plastic controller housings sold without electronics

Chapter 90 note 1(f) excludes plastic parts of general use from medical apparatus headings.

9021.50.00.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If when designed specifically as pacemaker-defibrillator combination implants

Orthopedic appliances include only external support devices; implants have dedicated subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

PMA (Premarket Approval) devices require additional FDA documentation—pre-clear with import alert screening

Classify garment electrodes separately if bulk packed (HS 6212) vs. complete wearable system

Ensure HIPAA-compliant data logging specifications in technical files for US privacy compliance

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