Phacoemulsification Handpiece Irrigation Sleeves from China
Silicone protective sleeves with integrated irrigation channels for ultrasonic cataract surgery handpieces. Under HTS 9018.90.75.80 as accessories for electro-medical ophthalmic surgical apparatus. Maintains lens fragment cooling and corneal protection during emulsification.
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
• Lens material compatibility testing and flow rate specifications mandatory
• Prove ultrasonic vibration tolerance (40kHz typical) for surgical acceptance
• Generic sleeves risk dental instrument classification under 9018.19