Clinical Waste Sharps Container from United States
A sealed, puncture-resistant container holding used syringes, needles, and lancets from medical procedures. This is clinical waste as defined in Chapter Note 6(a) of the Customs Tariff, being contaminated waste from medical procedures that requires special disposal. It is classified under tariff item 3825.69.00 as other wastes from chemical or allied industries.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the container is sealed and labelled as infectious waste, as CBSA may inspect for compliance with Transport of Dangerous Goods regulations
• You may need a permit from Environment and Climate Change Canada for importing clinical waste
• Declare the goods under tariff item 3825.69.00 and be ready to provide documentation on the waste's origin and disposal plan