9018.19.75.00 - Printed circuit assemblies for parameter acquisition modules

This HTS category, 9018.19.75.00, specifically classifies printed circuit assemblies designed for parameter acquisition modules. These assemblies are crucial components within electro-diagnostic and physiological monitoring apparatus. They are responsible for the initial collection, processing, and conversion of raw data signals from the human body or other physiological sources into a format usable by the larger medical instrument. The classification focuses on the assembly itself, rather than the complete apparatus it is intended for.

It is important to distinguish this category from its sibling, 9018.19.55.00, which covers complete patient monitoring systems. While printed circuit assemblies for parameter acquisition modules are integral to these systems, this category is reserved for the sub-component. The key differentiator is the level of assembly; 9018.19.55.00 refers to the finished, integrated device, whereas 9018.19.75.00 pertains solely to the electronic board and its mounted components that perform the initial data acquisition function.

As this classification represents a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within 9018.19.75.00 depends on the specific function of the printed circuit assembly as a dedicated parameter acquisition module. Examples include assemblies designed for acquiring data such as electrocardiogram (ECG) signals, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, or temperature, which are then fed into a larger medical device for display or further analysis. The physical form and intended electronic function as a dedicated data acquisition unit are paramount for classification.