Used Surgical Syringes
Used surgical syringes are disposable syringes contaminated with blood and bodily fluids from surgical procedures. They are clinical waste under chapter note 6(a) as they arise from medical treatment and contain pathogens, classifying them under tariff item 3825.30.10 as syringes from medical procedures.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the syringes are not contaminated or are treated
Non-contaminated syringes may fall under other headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Place syringes in puncture-proof, labelled sharps containers
• Provide a certificate of treatment and a waste manifest for CBSA
• Ensure compliance with Transport of Dangerous Goods regulations for biomedical waste
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