9018.41.00.00 - Dental drill engines, whether or not combined on a single base with other dental equipment, and parts and accessories thereof

This HTS category, 9018.41.00.00, specifically covers dental drill engines. These are the primary power units used in dental procedures for drilling into teeth, bone, or other dental materials. The classification extends to include these drill engines when they are integrated onto a single base with other dental equipment, such as handpieces or suction units, forming a composite dental workstation. Crucially, all parts and accessories exclusively designed for these dental drill engines are also encompassed within this heading.

This specific classification is distinguished from its sibling category, 9018.49, which covers "Other" dental instruments and appliances. While 9018.41.00.00 is narrowly focused on the engine component of dental drilling systems, 9018.49 would encompass a broader range of dental tools and equipment that do not fall under the specific definition of a drill engine, such as dental probes, explorers, or elevators. The key differentiating factor is the presence and function of the powered drill engine.

As this HTS code represents a leaf node, there are no further subcategories within this specific classification. Therefore, the focus for classification under 9018.41.00.00 is on the precise identification of dental drill engines and their dedicated components and accessories, ensuring accurate segregation from other general dental instruments.