Patient Return Electrodes for Electrosurgery from Germany
Latex-free grounding pads providing electrical return path during surgical procedures using electrosurgical generators. Falls under HTS 9018.90.75.80 as essential safety accessories for electro-medical surgical apparatus. Prevents patient burns by dispersing high-frequency current safely.
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
• Mandatory AAMI/ANSI ESU-2 performance testing documentation required for customs clearance
• Include impedance monitoring system compatibility statements if applicable
• Avoid misclassification by proving surgical current dispersion function vs general medical pads