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Medical Grade Silver Nitrate Applicators from Japan

Wooden sticks tipped with 0.75% silver nitrate for cauterizing wounds and granulation tissue in medical settings. The silver nitrate compound determines classification under HTS 2843.21.00.00 despite medical application form.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

FDA registration may be required for medical devices; provide clinical usage documentation; ensure sterility certificates for applicators