HTS Code
Ophthalmic instruments and appliances, other
Chapter
90 — Optical, photographic, measuring, checking, precision instruments
Section
XVIII — Optical, photographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments
Duty Rate
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Unit of Measure
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Chapters 90 through 92 cover optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, control, precision, and medical-surgical instruments (90), clocks and watches (91), and musical instruments (92). Medical and laboratory equipment represents a significant proportion of trade in these chapters. In Mexico, medical devices require COFEPRIS health registration, with processes that can take months. Classification is technical and depends on primary function, instrument precision, and specific application. Many products in these chapters have low or zero duties, especially scientific and medical instruments under WTO agreements.
FDA registration required for medical devices (510(k) or PMA)
Calibration certification may be required
Generally low duties for scientific and medical instruments
Classification by primary function for multi-purpose devices
Specific labeling requirements for medical devices
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