This instruction revises the list of high-end and high-value ...

India Revises List for Importing High-Value Refurbished Medical Equipment; Excludes Critical Care Devices.

October 29, 2024

Circulars     Customs

This instruction revises the list of high-end and high-value used/refurbished medical equipment, other than critical care medical equipment, that can be imported into India. The revised list contains 38 types of equipment, including MRI, CT, PET-CT, mammography, radiotherapy devices, robotic surgical systems, ophthalmic laser systems, endoscopes, orthopaedic navigation systems, and dental imaging systems like CBCT. It outlines conditions for import, such as residual life, warranties, availability of service and spares, disposal norms, and statutory clearances. The equipment must be enlisted by the health ministry, and importers need authorization from DGFT if the import policy is restricted. Customs authorities shall verify documents before clearing consignments. The instruction supersedes the previous list and aims to regulate imports of such refurbished medical devices.

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