HS Code 9018.90 : Other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
EN (Official WCO)
FR (Pending)
ES (Pending)
The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof is 9018.90. Under the 2026 United Arab Emirates (FCA), the representative MFN general duty rate is 5% [UAE Federal Customs Authority].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 90
Instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, including scintigraphic apparatus, other electro-medical apparatus and sight-testing instruments; parts and accessories thereof
Heading 9018
Instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, including scintigraphic apparatus, other electro-medical apparatus and sight-testing instruments; parts and accessories thereof
Subheading .90
.90
Other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
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United Arab Emirates (FCA / GCC Tariff)
9018.90
MODULE 5: UAE IMPORT DUTY & VAT BREAKDOWN
Notice: UAE customs entry, tariff classification, MFN duties (typically 5%), and 5% VAT are governed by the Federal Customs Authority (FCA). Always verify declarable lines with FCA prior to import.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
AGENCY-CONDITIONAL (PGA)
FDA Prior Notice / USDA Phytosanitary Cert
Rule-derived from verified PGA flag: Mandatory prior notice filing and health certificate.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
ACE PGA Message-Set Flags:
FDA (DEV): FDA Medical Device Listing & Premarket Notification 510(k)
Official ACE program code: ACE/PGA [FDA 21 CFR 1.276].
MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)
China Section 301 Tariff Status
7.5% – 25% Additional Duty (China Origin)
Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status
Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)
EU CBAM Carbon Alert
Not in Scope
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
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| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| P | United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) | Free | Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules. |
| KR | U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) | Free | Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin. |
| AU | U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement | Free | Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA. |
| A / D | GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) | Free | 35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof
MODULE 11: UAE FCA Advance Customs Ruling
Legally binding classification rulings issued by UAE Federal Customs Authority for HS 9018.90.
Query official FCA portal:
Search UAE FCA Portal for 9018.90 →UAE FCA Declarable Lines (9018.90)
National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for United Arab Emirates (FCA): coverage in progress.
Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 5%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (UAE Federal Customs Authority).
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9018.11 | Subheading under Heading 9018 | Compare Subheading 9018.11 → |
| 9018.12 | Subheading under Heading 9018 | Compare Subheading 9018.12 → |
| 9018.13 | Subheading under Heading 9018 | Compare Subheading 9018.13 → |
| 9018.14 | Subheading under Heading 9018 | Compare Subheading 9018.14 → |
| 9018.19 | Subheading under Heading 9018 | Compare Subheading 9018.19 → |
| 9018.20 | Subheading under Heading 9018 | Compare Subheading 9018.20 → |
| 9018.31 | Subheading under Heading 9018 | Compare Subheading 9018.31 → |
| 9018.32 | Subheading under Heading 9018 | Compare Subheading 9018.32 → |
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
UAE Federal Customs Authority (FCA) ↗
Official UAE Federal Customs tariff schedule, 5% VAT, and CEPA rules.
FCA Advance Customs Ruling Portal ↗
UAE Federal Customs Authority advance classification rulings database.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof is classified under HS 9018.90 (Heading 9018, Chapter 90). The representative AE MFN general duty rate is 5%.
How is HS 9018.90 distinguished within Heading 9018 (Instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, including scintigraphic apparatus, other electro-medical apparatus and sight-testing instruments; parts and accessories thereof)?
Heading 9018 covers Instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, including scintigraphic apparatus, other electro-medical apparatus and sight-testing instruments; parts and accessories thereof. Subheading 9018.90 specifically isolates Other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 9018.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 9018.90?
Related subheadings under Heading 9018 include 9018.11, 9018.12, 9018.13, 9018.14, 9018.19, 9018.20, 9018.31, 9018.32. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof?
Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.
Can goods under HS 9018.90 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof?
Commercial shipments of Other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 9018.90?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.
What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 9018.90 in United Arab Emirates?
Commercial imports of Other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof under HS 9018.90 into United Arab Emirates are subject to 5% VAT, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.
What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in United Arab Emirates?
The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into United Arab Emirates is AED 300 (~$81). Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.
Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in United Arab Emirates?
Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and FCA Advance Customs Ruling Portal for HS 9018.90 are administered by UAE Federal Customs Authority (FCA).
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