Used IV Catheter Assemblies from Mexico
Used IV catheter assemblies are intravenous catheters and tubing discarded after patient infusion therapy, contaminated with blood and drugs. They are clinical waste under Chapter Note 6(a) from medical treatment and require special disposal due to pathogen and pharmaceutical content.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Disinfect and drain IV catheter assemblies before import, and pack them in puncture-proof containers to prevent injury
• Obtain a permit from Environment and Climate Change Canada for importing hazardous clinical waste, as they may contain drugs
• Clearly label the shipment as clinical waste for CBSA clearance