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Clinical Underarm Temperature Thermometer from Japan

Short, wide-bulb liquid-filled thermometer optimized for safe underarm axillary temperature measurement in patients. HTS 9025.11.20.00 applies due to its direct reading design for clinical body temperature monitoring. Faster response time suitable for hospital screening.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Validate response time claims with clinical trial data for customs and FDA review

• Ensure moisture-resistant sealing for axillary sweat exposure in clinical environments

• Avoid 'household' labeling that could shift classification away from clinical heading