Sterile Laparotomy Sponge 4x4 Inch 16-Ply from United States
A sterile, absorbent gauze sponge measuring 4x4 inches with 16 plies, designed for laparotomy procedures to absorb fluids and protect tissues. Impregnated with pharmaceutical substances for enhanced performance, this product falls under tariff item 3005.90.00 as gauze coated with pharmaceutical agents.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
PGA flags (3)Show detailsHide detailsHCHuman DrugsMay be requiredHCMedical DevicesMay be requiredHCVeterinary DrugsMay be required
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Human Drugs · May be required
May require HC Human Drugs depending on intended use (HC02, HC07, HC31) and Canadian product category (HC05); or intended use (HC01, HC29, HC31) and Canadian product category (HC05, HC06). Matching criteria: Starts With 3005; Starts With 3005. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
- HC
Medical Devices · May be required
May require HC Medical Devices depending on intended use (HC01, HC02, HC03, HC04, HC07, HC29, HC30) and Canadian product category (HC11, HC12, HC13, HC14). Matching criteria: Starts With 3005. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
- HC
Veterinary Drugs · May be required
May require HC Veterinary Drugs depending on intended use (HC10) and Canadian product category (HC16, HC17); or intended use (HC07, HC11, HC12, HC14, HC29) and Canadian product category (HC16). Matching criteria: Starts With 3005; Starts With 3005. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Ensure the pharmaceutical impregnation is clearly documented and meets Canadian standards
• Have the retail packaging and sterilization certificates ready for customs
• Verify if the product is eligible for preferential duty rates under trade agreements