HS 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 DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 9018 encompasses 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. It classifies 13 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 90 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 9018
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9018.11 | Electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examination or for checking physiological parameters); parts and accessories thereof, Electrocardiographs, and parts and accessories thereof | 90 | View 9018.11 Package → |
| 9018.12 | Electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examination or for checking physiological parameters); parts and accessories thereof, Ultrasonic scanning apparatus | 90 | View 9018.12 Package → |
| 9018.13 | Electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examination or for checking physiological parameters); parts and accessories thereof, Magnetic resonance imaging apparatus | 90 | View 9018.13 Package → |
| 9018.14 | Electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examination or for checking physiological parameters); parts and accessories thereof, Scintigraphic apparatus | 90 | View 9018.14 Package → |
| 9018.19 | Electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examination or for checking physiological parameters); parts and accessories thereof, Other | 90 | View 9018.19 Package → |
| 9018.20 | Ultraviolet or infrared ray apparatus, and parts and accessories thereof | 90 | View 9018.20 Package → |
| 9018.31 | Syringes, needles, catheters, cannulae and the like; parts and accessories thereof, Syringes, with or without needles; parts and accessories thereof | 90 | View 9018.31 Package → |
| 9018.32 | Syringes, needles, catheters, cannulae and the like; parts and accessories thereof, Tubular metal needles and needles for sutures and parts and accessories thereof | 90 | View 9018.32 Package → |
| 9018.39 | Syringes, needles, catheters, cannulae and the like; parts and accessories thereof, Other | 90 | View 9018.39 Package → |
| 9018.41 | Other instruments and appliances, used in dental sciences, and parts and accessories thereof, Dental drill engines, whether or not combined on a single base with other dental equipment, and parts and accessories thereof | 90 | View 9018.41 Package → |
| 9018.49 | Other instruments and appliances, used in dental sciences, and parts and accessories thereof, Other | 90 | View 9018.49 Package → |
| 9018.50 | Other ophthalmic instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof | 90 | View 9018.50 Package → |
| 9018.90 | Other instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof | 90 | View 9018.90 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 9018
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 9018 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 9018 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 9018 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 9018?
HS 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, grouping 13 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 9018?
Subheadings under Heading 9018 range from 9018.11 to 9018.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 9018?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 9018 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 9018?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 9018?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 9018?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 9018 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 9018?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 9018?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 9018?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.