CuSP Axheart Portable Defibrillator from Japan
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.
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
• 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