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Patient Return Electrodes for Electrosurgery from Japan

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 — 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

• 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