Historical MFN averages (2023); not current shipment rates. HS6 descriptions use the UN Comtrade Combined HS reference; the original rate nomenclature remains unconfirmed. National special codes require destination-specific verification. No effective date is available. The data review on September 11, 2026 does not update the rates. Reference source.

Nigeria Customs Tariff for HS Code 901814

Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; scintigraphic apparatus

WITS 2023 historical MFN average

Reported average: 5%.

Source year: 2023. Classification: HS 2022 (H6). Checked 2026-09-14.

National lines included: 1 of 1. Excluded from the average: 0.

Reported ad-valorem range: 5%โ€“5%.

Reported historical ad-valorem MFN simple average for 2023, not a national tariff schedule. No preferential rates, additional duties, VAT, excise or import permissions are determined.

Not a current 2026 national duty. The HS6 average does not determine the duty of a particular national subdivision, origin or shipment.

WITS observation for this code and year

UN Comtrade H6 descriptions (HS 2022)

WITS API definitions: reported averages and excluded national lines

Direct HS code answer for Nigeria

Nigeria HS Code 901814: 5.00% (2023 MFN average)

The source reports an indicative HS6 MFN average of 5.00% (2023 MFN average) for Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; scintigraphic apparatus.Source status: not assessed. Verify the exact national tariff line, origin treatment, taxes, restrictions, and current customs guidance before using this information in a declaration.

Customs tariff summary

Country
Nigeria
HS / tariff code
901814
Description
Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; scintigraphic apparatus
Chapter
90 โ€”
Heading
9018
Subheading
901814
Indicative MFN HS6 average
5.00% (2023 MFN average)
VAT / tax
Check local VAT and excise rules for the import destination.
Unit / basis
Not listed in this tariff line
Source / vintage
WITS / UNCTAD TRAINS โ€” 2023 MFN HS6 reference

Historical MFN average

5.00% (2023 MFN average)

Import permission

not assessed

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Details

HS Code
901814
Chapter
90 โ€”
Heading
9018
Subheading
901814

Compare HS code 901814 across GCC countries

Each destination shows its own source label. Oman uses its national schedule; Qatar and UAE entries may cite their separately published references and unresolved exceptions. Other entries retain the historical GCC reference. National codes, duty notes, restrictions and tax treatment can differ; verify with the destination customs authority.

Related HS Codes (Heading 9018)

HS CodeDescriptionDuty
901811Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; electro-cardiographs5.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average
901812Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; ultrasonic scanning apparatus5.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average
901813Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; magnetic resonance imaging apparatus5.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average
901819Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examination or for checking physiological parameters), n.e.c. in item no. 9018.15.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average
901820Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus5.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average
901831Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; syringes, with or without needles5.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average
901832Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; tubular metal needles and needles for sutures5.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average
901839Medical, surgical instruments and appliances; catheters, cannulae and the like5.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average
901841Dental instruments and appliances; dental drill engines, whether or not combined on a single base with other dental equipment5.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average
901849Dental instruments and appliances; other than dental drill engines5.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average
901850Ophthalmic instruments and appliances5.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average
901890Medical, surgical or dental instruments and appliances; n.e.c. in heading no. 90185.00% (2023 MFN average)WITS 2023 historical MFN average

Data source: WITS/UNCTAD TRAINS (MFN 2022). Values are indicative HS6 MFN averages, not shipment-specific applied rates. Import permission and restrictions are not assessed. Historical reference rates exclude VAT, excise and other national measures. Separate national entries preserve the columns printed by their source; these are not a complete shipment assessment. Full disclaimer.