Dental Matrix Retainer Band

Adjustable stainless steel bands with retainer clamps for creating tooth form during composite restorations. Essential for Class II dental fillings. Classified as other dental appliances HTS 9018.90.80.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9018.49Same rate: 10%

If other dental hand instruments

Clamp-style retainers sometimes with dental hand tools.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 10%

If other steel articles

Bands lacking dental-specific adjustments become general metal articles.

9017.80.00Higher: 40.3% vs 10%

If hypodermic accessories

Certain narrow retainers resembling injection aids misclassified.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify band gauge thickness and contouring radius tolerances

Autoclavable validation required for reusable instruments

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