Medical Grade Self-Adhesive Plastic Bandage Backing
Breathable PE film with hypoallergenic adhesive for adhesive bandage production, supplied in jumbo rolls to medical manufacturers. It is a self-adhesive plastic film under heading 39.19, not excluded by chapter notes.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the film is imported as a finished adhesive bandage
Finished adhesive dressings and bandages are classified under heading 30.05 in Chapter 30.
If the film is not self-adhesive
Non-adhesive polyethylene film is classified under heading 39.20 as plates and sheets of polymers of ethylene.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the film is not classified as a medical device under Chapter 90, as it is a raw material for bandage production, not a finished article
• If the film is sterile, it may require additional documentation from Health Canada
• Confirm the adhesive is hypoallergenic and meets Canadian medical material standards
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