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Medical Grade Zirconium Rod from Japan

Solid rods of low-hafnium zirconium used for surgical implants and instruments. These rods meet the hafnium specification of less than 1 part hafnium to 500 parts zirconium, making them classifiable under tariff item 8109.91.00 as other zirconium articles.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

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Import Tips

• Provide documentation proving the hafnium content is below the specified threshold, such as a mill test certificate

• Ensure the rods are not considered parts of general use under Section XV Note 2, which could affect classification

• Check if the rods require Health Canada approval if used in medical devices