HS Code for Ventilator

The classification of a ventilator under HS code 9019.20 is based on its function as a therapeutic respiration apparatus. Unlike industrial fans, these devices are designed for medical use to provide artificial respiration or oxygen therapy to patients who cannot breathe adequately on their own. Chapter 90 covers optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus. Heading 9019 specifically includes mechano-therapy appliances and psychological aptitude-testing apparatus, as well as ozone, oxygen, and aerosol therapy apparatus. Subheading 9019.20 is the specific designation for artificial respiration or other therapeutic respiration apparatus, distinguishing these life-saving medical devices from general-purpose air-moving equipment. This classification applies regardless of whether the device is used in an intensive care unit, an ambulance, or for home-based respiratory therapy.

Products Included

• Intensive care unit (ICU) ventilators
• Portable emergency ventilators
• CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machines
• BiPAP (Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure) machines
• Oxygen therapy apparatus

Common Misclassification

Medical ventilators are sometimes misclassified under 8414.59, which is for industrial fans. This is a significant error as medical devices have different regulatory and duty requirements. They may also be confused with 9018.90 (other medical instruments), but 9019.20 is the more specific code for respiratory therapy.

FAQ

What is the HS code for ventilator?

The HS code for medical ventilators and therapeutic respiration apparatus is 9019.20.

Are ventilator masks classified here?

If the masks are imported with the ventilator as a complete system, they are classified under 9019.20. If imported separately, they may be classified under 9019.20 or 6307.90 depending on material.