CLA-2-94:S:N:N1:233 871935
Ms. Sandra L. Marshanke
C. J. Tower, Inc., Customs Brokers
128 Dearborn Street
Buffalo, New York 14207-3198
RE: The tariff classification of medical equipment from Canada.
Dear Ms. Marshanke:
In your letter dated February 10, 1992, on behalf of Amada
Medical, Inc., Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4Z 1T5, you
requested a tariff classification ruling.
The merchandise consists of four Models of medical
equipment. The first, Model A-2000, is a Whirlpool Bathing
System (Kramer Bathing Systems). It is a therapeutic bathing and
whirlpool hydromassage for geriatric/disabled patients including
a lift for transport in and out of the tub. The "Smart Tub" is
adjustable and automatically fills with the push of a button then
shuts off once the fill is completed. It has an electronically
controlled hydromassage and easy to read digital display.
Convenient hand held shower with adjustable spray controls and
non-skid tub and grip bars. The lift base is fully
interchangeable with the stretcher and/or chair and has a
hydraulic foot pedal control. It is constructed of rust proof
stainless steel with acid resistant metal parts.
The second, Model S-206, is a Getinge Flusher/Disinfector.
It is designed for efficient cleaning and disinfection of the
utensils mainly used in the management of patients' hygiene, such
as bedpans, urinals, kidney basins and suction bottles. Its
principal function is sterilizing based on the fact that the
greatest part of the time cycle is consumed by that process. The
disinfector has space for, e.g., one bedpan or three urine
bottles at a time and is started with a button. The entire
process only takes three minutes and comprises flushing, cleaning
and disinfection. Disinfection is accomplished with steam at
temperature of at least 85 degrees C (185 degrees F). The lid
remains locked until disinfection is completed. It is at home in
a medical department, obsterical unit, intensive care unit,
surgical department or quarantine unit. The dimensions vary
according to models.
The third is a Liko MasterLift System. It consists of three
different styles. The first is the Regular. It is a one-piece
sling with individual leg supports and the maximum load is 170 kg
(380 lbs.), which is used to transport a patient. Liko's
patented "wrap-around" design means that MasterSling
automatically adapts itself to any patient and is available in
different sizes, including, Model #35320-1P, a "high-back" for
added support. MasterSling uses no metal and comes in a variety
of strong, pliable fabrics, i.e., nylon, cotton, polyester net,
and plastic-coated fiberglass. Weight-bearing straps are made of
strong, durable synthetic fiber. A MasterSling with reinforced
leg supports distributes pressure evenly and prevents the fabric
from twisting or wrinkling. A MasterSling with synthetic
sheepskin padding is available for pressure-sensitive patients.
The second is the Liko MasterLift System Overhead. It has
two basic designs, a StraightRail and a TraverseRail. It has
three installation alternatives which are ceiling mounted, wall
mounted and an upright support, and includes a selection of
options for lifting patient upright, reclined or from horizontal
positions. It comes in a variety of different sizes. The
lifting capacity is 170 kg (380 lbs.). The third style, the
Golvo, is available with either a fixed or an adjustable chassis.
An optional electronic scale mounts conveniently between the
slingbar and the lifting strap. Any of the high-quality, easy-
to-use MasterLift accessories may be used with Golvo. It is
designed to stand on the floor.
The fourth model is a Merivaara's Rose Geriatric Chair. It
is a comfortable, versatile nursing aid and has been designed for
use in the nursing of the elderly and for patients requiring long
term care. It features a contoured seat which provides sturdy
support and optimum seating comfort during extended use. The
dining table provides a solid support during meals and
conveniently doubles as a surface for such activities as
craftwork, writing and reading. It is supplied either attached
to the chair, so that it can be turned to the side, or as a
seperate item. In either case, the tray can be locked securely
in place. The distance between the table and the user is also
adjustable. The overall dimensions are width maximum 650 mm and
the height maximum 1250 mm.
The applicable subheading for the therapeutic bathing and
whirlpool hydromassage for the Kramer Bathing Systems will be
9019.10.2000, Harmonized Schedule of the United States, HTSUS,
which provides for mechano-therapy appliance and massage
apparatus. The duty rate will be 4.2 percent ad valorem. The
applicable subheading for the lift for the Kramer Bathing Systems
will be 9402.90.0020, HTSUS, which provides for medical,
surgical, dental or veterinary furniture (for example, operating
tables, examination tables, hospital beds with mechanical
fittings, dentists' chairs); barbers' chairs and similar chairs,
having rotating as well as both reclining and elevating
movements; parts of the foregoing articles: other, other. The
duty rate will be 5.3 per cent ad valorem. The applicable
subheading for the Getinge Flusher Disinfector will be
8419.20.0000, HTSUS, which provides for machinery, plant or
laboratory equipment, for the treatment of materials by a process
involving a change of temperature such as heating, ....
sterilizing: Medical, surgical or laboratory sterilizers. The
duty rate will be 4.2 percent ad valorem. The applicable
subheading for the Liko Lifting System and Marivaar's Rose
Geriatric Chair will be 9402.90.0020, HTSUS, which provides for
medical, surgical, dental or veterinary furniture; parts of the
foregoing articles The duty rate will be 5.3 percent ad valorem.
Goods classifiable under subheadings 9019.10.200;
8419.20.00020 and 9402.90.0020, HTSUS, which have originated in
the territory of Canada, will be entitled to a 2.5 percent, a 0.8
percent ad valorem and a 1 percent ad valorem rate of duty,
respectively, under the United States-Canada Free Trade Agreement
(CFTA) upon compliance with all applicable regulations.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section
177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry
documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the
documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be
brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the
transaction.
Sincerely,
Jean F. Maguire
Area Director
New York Seaport