9018.90.30.00 - Anesthetic instruments and appliances and parts and accessories thereof

This HTS category, 9018.90.30.00, specifically encompasses anesthetic instruments and appliances, along with their associated parts and accessories. This includes a wide array of devices designed for the administration of anesthesia, such as anesthetic vaporizers, gas flow controllers, endotracheal tubes, and various other tools used in anesthetic procedures. The primary function of these goods is to facilitate the induction and maintenance of anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort and safety during surgical or medical interventions.

To differentiate this category from its siblings, it's important to note its specialized focus on anesthetic functions. For instance, sibling category 9018.90.40.00 covers basic diagnostic tools like percussion hammers and stethoscopes, while 9018.90.50 is dedicated to blood pressure monitoring devices such as sphygmomanometers. The category for electro-medical instruments (indicated by a blank entry at the sibling level) would encompass a broader range of devices utilizing electrical principles for medical purposes, distinct from the direct anesthetic application of the goods classified here.

As a leaf node, 9018.90.30.00 does not contain further subdivisions. Therefore, classification within this code relies on a thorough understanding of the device's specific function in the anesthetic process. When classifying items, consider whether their principal design and intended use is directly related to the delivery, control, or monitoring of anesthetic agents, differentiating them from general medical instruments or diagnostic equipment.