Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus

HS v2022 Code: 901820

About medical, surgical instruments and appliances; ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus

HS code 901820 covers a wide range of medical and surgical instruments and appliances, including those that utilize ultra-violet or infra-red ray technology. This industry plays a crucial role in the healthcare sector, providing essential tools and equipment for diagnosis, treatment, and patient care. As advancements in medical technology continue to drive innovation, the demand for these specialized instruments remains high, making this industry an integral part of the broader economy.

Production process

The production of medical and surgical instruments under HS code 901820 typically involves a combination of precision engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, and strict quality control measures. Manufacturers often utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to engineer and prototype new products, followed by the use of computer numerical control (CNC) machining, injection molding, and other advanced manufacturing processes to ensure consistent quality and accuracy. Additionally, many of these instruments require sterilization and packaging to meet stringent regulatory requirements.

Production inputs

The production of medical and surgical instruments under HS code 901820 relies on a variety of raw materials, including stainless steel, titanium, plastics, and specialized optical components. Manufacturers also require advanced machinery and equipment, such as CNC machines, injection molding systems, and specialized testing and calibration equipment. Additionally, the industry is highly dependent on skilled labor, including engineers, technicians, and production workers, to ensure the development and manufacture of these critical medical devices.

Production outputs

The medical and surgical instruments produced under HS code 901820 are primarily used by healthcare providers, such as hospitals, clinics, and medical laboratories, for a wide range of applications, including 901831 Syringes, with or without needles and 901839 Needles, catheters, cannulae and the like, as well as specialized equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. These instruments are essential for the delivery of high-quality healthcare services and are often consumed by other healthcare-related industries, such as 300610 Pharmaceutical goods - sterile surgical catgut, similar sterile suture materials and sterile tissue adhesives for surgical wound closure; sterile laminaria and sterile laminaria tents; sterile absorbable surgical or dental haemostatics, 300510 Medicaments - vitamins, provitamins and mixtures, and 901890 Medical, surgical, dental or veterinary instruments and appliances, n.e.s. in heading no. 9018.

Revisions to 901820

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 901820. The most recent 1 version of this code (901820) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 901820.

Family tree for medical, surgical instruments and appliances; ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus

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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/v2022/901820'>901820: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901811'>901811: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; electro-cardiographs</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901812'>901812: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; ultrasonic scanning apparatus</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901813'>901813: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; magnetic resonance imaging apparatus</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/901814'>901814: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; scintigraphic apparatus</a>"]
B --> H["<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 --> 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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