SJM St. Jude Medical Merit II Pacemaker from Japan
St. Jude Medical Merit II pacemaker stimulates heart muscles with adaptive rate response for exercise-induced bradycardia. HTS 9021.50.00.00 applies to this finished orthopedic implant compensating for heart rhythm disabilities.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include biocompatibility test results per ISO 10993 standards
• File FDA import alerts check prior to shipment to preempt refusals
• Separate leads/accessories to maintain 9021.50 classification