Find HS Code and trade information for electric inhalators

Electric Inhalators

Electric inhalators, also known as nebulizers, are medical devices used to deliver medication directly into the lungs. They transform liquid medication into a fine mist that can be easily inhaled, providing targeted treatment for respiratory conditions.

Material:

• Housing: Typically constructed from durable plastics like polypropylene or ABS.
• Nebulization Chamber: Often glass or plastic, designed for efficient aerosolization.
• Compressor: Contains a piston, cylinder, and motor, usually with metal components.
• Tubing: PVC or silicone are common materials for flexible air tubing.
• Mouthpiece/Mask: Made of PVC, silicone, or latex-free materials.

Purpose:

The primary purpose of an electric inhalator is to administer medication to treat respiratory diseases and conditions, including:

• Asthma: Delivers bronchodilators to open airways.
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Administers bronchodilators and corticosteroids.
• Cystic Fibrosis: Delivers mucolytic agents to thin mucus.
• Bronchitis: Helps deliver medication to reduce inflammation.
• Pneumonia: Can be used to deliver antibiotics or other medications.

Function:

Electric inhalators operate by:

1. Compression: An electric compressor generates compressed air.
2. Nebulization: This compressed air passes through a narrow opening, creating a high-velocity flow that breaks the liquid medication into small droplets, forming a mist (aerosol).
3. Inhalation: The patient inhales this mist through a mouthpiece or mask, allowing the medication to reach the lungs directly.
4. Deposition: The medication settles in the airways and lungs, where it exerts its therapeutic effect.

Usage Scenarios:

• Home Use: Common for managing chronic conditions like asthma and COPD.
• Hospitals & Clinics: Used for acute respiratory treatments and for patients requiring frequent nebulization.
• Emergency Medical Services: Employed for rapid delivery of medication in emergency situations.
• Pediatric Care: Frequently used for infants and young children who cannot effectively use metered-dose inhalers.

Common Types:

• Jet Nebulizers: The most common type, utilizing compressed air to generate the aerosol. Generally less expensive but can be less efficient.
• Ultrasonic Nebulizers: Use high-frequency vibrations to create the aerosol. Quieter and more efficient than jet nebulizers, but typically more expensive and can be sensitive to certain medications.
• Mesh Nebulizers: Utilize a vibrating mesh to pass the liquid medication through small holes, creating a fine mist. Portable, efficient, and can deliver medication effectively, but are generally the most expensive option.
• Portable Nebulizers: Compact, battery-operated devices for on-the-go treatments. Often utilize mesh technology.

Electric inhalators fall under the category of breathing appliances. Based on the provided information, the following HS codes are relevant:

• 9020006000: Other breathing appliances and gas masks, excluding protective masks having neither mechanical parts nor replaceable filters; parts and accessories thereof: Other breathing appliances and gas masks. This code covers breathing appliances generally, excluding simple protective masks. The total tax rate is 32.5% (Base tariff: 2.5%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, Additional tariff: 30.0%).
• 9020009000: Other breathing appliances and gas masks, excluding protective masks having neither mechanical parts nor replaceable filters; parts and accessories thereof: Other. This is a broader category for other breathing appliances not specifically defined elsewhere. The total tax rate is 32.5% (Base tariff: 2.5%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, Additional tariff: 30.0%).

It is important to determine whether the electric inhalator has mechanical parts or replaceable filters. If it does not, either of the above codes may be applicable.