HS Code for Dental bridges

Dental bridges are classified under HS code 9021.29. This code falls within the broader category of 9021, which covers orthopedic appliances, including artificial parts of the body and appliances which are worn, carried, or implanted in the body to compensate for a defect or disability. Specifically, 9021.29 is the subheading for "other" dental fittings that are not artificial teeth. A dental bridge is a fixed dental restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth by joining an artificial tooth definitively to adjacent teeth or dental implants. Because these are custom-made prosthetic devices designed to be permanently or semi-permanently fitted into the patient's mouth, they are classified as dental fittings. The classification remains the same regardless of whether the bridge is made of porcelain, gold, or other metal alloys, as the function as a prosthetic fitting is the primary determinant.

Products Included

• Fixed partial dentures (bridges)
• Dental crowns used as part of a bridge
• Maryland bridges (resin-bonded)
• Cantilever bridges
• Implant-supported bridges
• Temporary dental bridges

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification occurs with HS code 9021.21, which is strictly for artificial teeth (individual units). While a bridge contains artificial teeth, the assembly as a "fitting" moves it to 9021.29. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 9018.49, which covers dental instruments and appliances. However, 9018 is for tools used by the dentist, whereas 9021 is for the prosthetic items left in the patient's body.

FAQ

What is the HS code for a dental bridge?

The HS code for dental bridges and similar dental fittings is 9021.29.

Does the material of the bridge change the HS code?

No, whether the bridge is made of ceramic, zirconia, or precious metal, it is classified under 9021.29 as a dental fitting.