UNSPSC 42152608: Orthodontic ligature cartridges

In this classification, this commodity indicates a product that dispenses ligature which are a small elastic band that is used to affix the archwire to the bracket in a dental procedure. US FDA regulates Orthodontic ligature cartridges under 21 CFR 872.4565 and under FDA product code ECP. Most nations, for tariff and trade purposes, schedule these products under HS 901819.

UNSPSC 42152608 Orthodontic ligature cartridges is a Commodity code that in practice encompasses intraoral scanning equipment and related advanced imaging technology for dental and orthodontic clinical and educational applications. The recent state and local activity under this code centers on specialized digital diagnostic and treatment-planning tools rather than consumable ligature supplies. Issuing bodies soliciting under the code include public higher-education institutions with dental and dental-hygiene programs; Valencia College's School of Allied Health, Dental Hygiene Department is a recent buyer in this segment. The scope of work reflects institutional procurement of high-cost diagnostic imaging devices integrated into clinical training environments, with sole-source justifications tied to proprietary technology and curriculum-specific compatibility requirements.

Valencia College (Florida) posted a sole-source RFQ (SS202620) in November 2025 for four iTero Lumina Scanners from Align Technology, Inc, with a total acquisition cost of $143,196.00 and a response date of November 27, 2025. The procurement was conducted under Florida Administrative Code 6A-14.0734(2)(a)(h) and Florida Statute 287.057, following a seven-business-day public posting period for sole-source justification review. No set-aside designations were noted. The code shows limited recent activity; the single identified opportunity reflects narrow, institution-specific acquisition by a public education buyer in Florida rather than broad-based procurement across multiple jurisdictions or issuing bodies.