U.S. imports of dental drill engines, parts & accessories (HS 901841) totaled $5.6M in August 2026, imported from 25 countries.
Importers of Dental Drill Engines, Parts & Accessories paid $615K in duties in August 2026, an effective tariff rate of 10.94% of the $5.6M imported — duty actually collected as a share of that value, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataDental drill engines — including high-speed air turbine handpieces and electric micromotor systems, whether standalone or integrated into dental unit bases — classify under a single tariff line (9018410000) and are regulated as Class II medical devices by FDA CDRH. Switzerland and Japan lead US imports for this heading, reflecting the dominance of precision Swiss and Japanese manufacturers in the high-end dental handpiece segment; Germany and Austria are also notable sources. Rotational speed (measured in RPM), torque output, drive mechanism (air turbine versus electric), and coupling system compatibility are the specification variables most critical to procurement and interoperability with existing dental unit infrastructure. Importers should confirm that handpieces meet ANSI/ADA and ISO 14457 standards, which are commonly referenced in hospital and dental group purchasing organization contracts.
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415 shipments/mo
Yes — 9018410000 covers dental drill engines whether or not combined with other dental equipment on a single base, and explicitly includes parts and accessories thereof. However, if a component is more specifically described by another heading (for example, a bearing or motor that is not dedicated to dental use), GRI rules and chapter notes may direct classification elsewhere. A binding ruling is advisable for high-value or recurring parts shipments.
Both air turbine and electric micromotor dental handpieces classify under 9018410000 — the drive mechanism does not create a separate tariff line at the 10-digit level. From an FDA regulatory standpoint, both types are Class II devices subject to 510(k) clearance, though the specific predicate device and performance standards cited in the clearance application will differ. Procurement teams should verify that the specific model's 510(k) clearance covers the intended clinical use.
HSChapter 90
Subheading 12 of 13 in heading 9018
Subheading 901841 · $5.6M of $3.6B
ImportsExports
Imports
$5.6MYoY · free account
Exports
$1.2MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
YoY · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $59.8M of Dental Drill Engines, Parts & Accessories.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9018410000 | Dental Drill Engines and Parts and Accessories | $5.6M | 10.94% | 99.51% | $615K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9018410000 | Dental Drill Engines and Parts and Accessories | $1.2M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Switzerland and Germany together supply 57% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
0.5% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 10.94% of total import value.