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Electrosurgical Grounding Pad

Disposable conductive hydrogel pads that provide return path for monopolar electrosurgical current. Includes lead wire connector for patient safety. Other electro-medical accessories HTS 9018.90.80.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9018.90Same rate: 12.5%

If specifically for electro-surgical apparatus

Dedicated electro-surgical parts preferred over general other.

8544.42.90Higher: 52.6% vs 12.5%

If insulated electrical conductors

Pads with lead wires resembling cables classified by insulation.

3006.10.01.00Same rate: 12.5%

If sterile surgical dressings

Adhesive hydrogel pads sometimes as wound dressings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Impedance test results and alarm activation thresholds

• Patient size/color coding system documentation

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