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Medical Linear Accelerator for Radiotherapy

A linear accelerator (LINAC) designed for precise delivery of high-energy X-rays or electrons in cancer radiotherapy treatments. It falls under HTS 9022.21.00.00 as apparatus based on ionizing radiations specifically for medical uses, including radiotherapy equipment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽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.

9022.29Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If for non-medical, industrial applications

Ionizing radiation apparatus for industrial radiography or material testing falls outside medical-specific subheading.

9022.90.60.00Same rate: 37.5%

If imported as replacement parts or accessories

Parts and accessories for ionizing radiation apparatus are classified separately under 9022.90 if not complete apparatus.

9018.90.75Same rate: 37.5%

If incorporating therapeutic ultrasound instead of ionizing radiation

Medical therapeutic instruments using non-ionizing modalities like ultrasound are classified in heading 9018.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain FDA 510(k) clearance or PMA approval prior to import as Class II/III medical devices

• Include radiation safety certifications and comply with NRC or state radiation control regulations

• Avoid misclassification as general industrial equipment; provide clinical use documentation