Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; electro-cardiographs

HS v2022 Code: 901811

About medical, surgical instruments and appliances; electro-cardiographs

HS code 901811 covers a critical segment of the medical equipment industry, encompassing electro-cardiographs and other essential surgical instruments and appliances. These specialized devices play a vital role in healthcare, enabling accurate diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of various medical conditions. As a key component of the broader 90 Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof industry, this code represents a significant contributor to the global economy, with widespread applications across the healthcare sector.

Production process

The production of medical, surgical instruments and electro-cardiographs under HS code 901811 typically involves a combination of precision engineering, advanced electronics, and stringent quality control measures. Manufacturers utilize state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques, such as computer-aided design (CAD), computer numerical control (CNC) machining, and specialized assembly processes, to ensure the high accuracy, reliability, and safety of these critical medical devices.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 901811 include a range of specialized raw materials, such as high-grade metals, plastics, and electronic components. Manufacturers also rely on advanced machinery and equipment, including precision cutting tools, assembly stations, and testing equipment, to ensure the consistent quality and performance of the final products. Additionally, a highly skilled workforce with expertise in engineering, electronics, and medical device manufacturing is essential for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 901811 are medical, surgical instruments and appliances, including electro-cardiographs. These devices are used extensively in the healthcare sector, finding applications in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic laboratories. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by other medical equipment manufacturers, healthcare providers, and 85 Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles industries, which incorporate these specialized instruments into their own products and services.

Revisions to 901811

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 901811. The most recent 1 version of this code (901811) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 901811.

Family tree for medical, surgical instruments and appliances; electro-cardiographs

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/90'>90: Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9018'>9018: Instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, including scintigraphic apparatus, other electro-medical apparatus and sight testing instruments</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901811'>901811: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; electro-cardiographs</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901812'>901812: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; ultrasonic scanning apparatus</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901813'>901813: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; magnetic resonance imaging apparatus</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901814'>901814: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; scintigraphic apparatus</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901819'>901819: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examination or for checking physiological parameters), n.e.c. in item no. 9018.1</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901820'>901820: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901831'>901831: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; syringes, with or without needles</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901832'>901832: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; tubular metal needles and needles for sutures</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901839'>901839: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; catheters, cannulae and the like</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901841'>901841: Dental instruments and appliances; dental drill engines, whether or not combined on a single base with other dental equipment</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901849'>901849: Dental instruments and appliances; other than dental drill engines</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901850'>901850: Ophthalmic instruments and appliances</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901890'>901890: Medical, surgical or dental instruments and appliances; n.e.c. in heading no. 9018</a>"]

    

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