Manual Traction Device from Germany
Portable handheld device using mechanical leverage to apply controlled cervical or lumbar traction for pain relief. Falls under HTS 9019.10.20.10 as a mechano-therapy appliance providing non-powered stretching therapy for spinal alignment. Ideal for physical therapy clinics.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'mechano-therapy appliance' on commercial invoice to prevent misclassification as orthopedic support (9021)
• Provide clinical validation studies if available to support therapeutic classification during customs review
• Watch for over 7% duties if undervalued; use transaction value method with comparable sales data