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Surgical instruments, needles, and diagnostic medical tools

Explore detailed trade insights for HS 9018 with up-to-date U.S. shipping trends, tariff changes, and top importer/exporter activity. This page provides a snapshot of real shipment data to help you track market movement, identify key players, and uncover new opportunities. Powered by ImportGenius, your source for real-time global trade intelligence.
Total Shipments
14943
Growth Rate
24
Top Origin Country
China
About this HS Code
HS Code 9018 encompasses medical, surgical, dental, and veterinary instruments and appliances. The classification includes detailed subcategories for electro-diagnostic apparatus (9018.11-9018.19), ultraviolet/infrared equipment (9018.20), syringes/needles/catheters (9018.31-9018.39), dental instruments (9018.41-9018.49), ophthalmic instruments (9018.50), and other medical instruments (9018.90). This healthcare technology category includes specialized tools and equipment for diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of medical conditions. Products range from simple examination instruments to sophisticated imaging systems and specialized surgical tools. Technical specifications focus on precision, reliability, biocompatibility, sterilization capability, and compliance with medical device regulations. Manufacturing involves precision engineering often combined with specialized materials selected for biocompatibility and performance in medical environments. This division represents critical equipment supporting healthcare delivery across all medical specialties, veterinary practice, and dental care, providing the tools that enable modern clinical practice, diagnostic capabilities, and therapeutic interventions from routine examinations to complex surgical procedures.

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