Clinical Waste Sharps Container
Sealed containers of used syringes, needles, and lancets from medical procedures, classified as clinical waste under Chapter Note 6(a). This waste requires special disposal procedures due to contamination with pathogens and pharmaceutical substances.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the waste is being imported for disposal as part of pharmaceutical waste management
Waste pharmaceuticals are excluded from Chapter 38 by Note 4(k) to Chapter 30, and may fall under heading 3006.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure sharps containers meet Transport Canada's dangerous goods packaging requirements
• Obtain a permit from Environment and Climate Change Canada for the import of hazardous clinical waste
• Clearly label the shipment as clinical waste and include a manifest detailing the contents
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