What types of products are included in HS-4 9021?

HS-4 9021 includes orthopaedic appliances, hearing aids, artificial body parts, and other devices worn or implanted to assist with disabilities.

How do I determine the correct HS-6 subheading?

Identify the specific product type, such as whether it’s an artificial limb or a dental fitting, to select the appropriate HS-6 subheading.

Are there any exclusions in HS-4 9021?

Yes, certain items like parts and accessories for hearing aids and pacemakers are excluded from their respective HS-6 classifications.

What is the difference between HS-6 902121 and HS-6 902129?

HS-6 902121 covers dental fittings specifically for artificial teeth, while HS-6 902129 encompasses other dental fittings not classified as artificial teeth.

Can I import crutches under HS-4 9021?

Yes, crutches are classified under HS-4 9021 as part of orthopaedic appliances.

What should I do if my product fits multiple HS-6 classifications?

Choose the classification that most accurately describes the primary function or use of your product to ensure compliance.

Is there a specific documentation required for importing hearing aids?

Yes, ensure you have the necessary import permits and compliance documents for medical devices, including hearing aids.

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9021 — Orthopaedic appliances; including crutches, surgical belts and trusses; splints and other fracture appliances; artificial parts of the body; hearing aids and other which are worn, carried or implanted in the body to compensate for a defect or disability

Chapter 90: Optical, photographic, medical instruments

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 9021 when importing orthopaedic appliances like crutches, surgical belts, or hearing aids designed to assist individuals with disabilities. For instance, if you are bringing in a shipment of crutches for a medical supply store, this heading is applicable.

Choosing the correct subheading can be tricky. For example, if your product is an artificial limb, you would use HS-6 902131 for artificial parts of the body. However, if it’s a dental fitting that is an artificial tooth, you would select HS-6 902121 instead.

Another consideration is the distinction between hearing aids and their components. If you are importing a complete hearing aid, HS-6 902140 applies. But if you are dealing with parts for hearing aids, you will need to look at different classifications under the relevant headings.

Lastly, if your product is a pacemaker intended to stimulate heart muscles, you should use HS-6 902150. This subheading is specific to pacemakers and excludes any parts or accessories, ensuring you classify your import correctly.

Keywords & topics

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orthopaedic appliances · hearing aids · artificial body parts · crutches import · dental fittings · pacemakers · medical devices · surgical belts · fracture appliances · disability aids · import classification · HS-4 9021 · HS-6 subheadings · medical supply import · artificial teeth · body implants

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Crutches for mobility assistance
Surgical belts for post-operative support
Artificial limbs for amputees
Dental fittings including artificial teeth
Hearing aids for auditory assistance
Pacemakers for heart stimulation
Fracture appliances like splints

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For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products are included in HS-4 9021?: HS-4 9021 includes orthopaedic appliances, hearing aids, artificial body parts, and other devices worn or implanted to assist with disabilities.
How do I determine the correct HS-6 subheading?: Identify the specific product type, such as whether it’s an artificial limb or a dental fitting, to select the appropriate HS-6 subheading.
Are there any exclusions in HS-4 9021?: Yes, certain items like parts and accessories for hearing aids and pacemakers are excluded from their respective HS-6 classifications.
What is the difference between HS-6 902121 and HS-6 902129?: HS-6 902121 covers dental fittings specifically for artificial teeth, while HS-6 902129 encompasses other dental fittings not classified as artificial teeth.
Can I import crutches under HS-4 9021?: Yes, crutches are classified under HS-4 9021 as part of orthopaedic appliances.
What should I do if my product fits multiple HS-6 classifications?: Choose the classification that most accurately describes the primary function or use of your product to ensure compliance.
Is there a specific documentation required for importing hearing aids?: Yes, ensure you have the necessary import permits and compliance documents for medical devices, including hearing aids.

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