Endovenous Laser Ablation Grounding Pads from China
Large surface area conductive hydrogel pads for RF/laser vein ablation procedures treating varicose veins. Under HTS 9018.90.75.80 despite laser component due to electro-medical RF generator integration. Provides monopolar current return path during endovenous thermal ablation.
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
• Thermal runaway prevention testing data and hydrogel conductivity specs required
• Prove compatibility with specific vein ablation generators (VNUS, VN20)
• Cosmetic procedure pads risk pharmaceutical classification under 3006