O-Negative Whole Human Blood for Emergencies from Japan
Universal donor O-negative whole human blood, group-typed and cross-matched, for immediate use in trauma cases without compatibility testing. HTS 3002.90.52.10 covers this as therapeutic whole human blood not separated into fractions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• File FDA Prior Notice via ACE system at least 72 hours before arrival with detailed product and shipper info
• Partner with licensed blood banks for import; ensure compliance with 21 CFR 640 standards for processing and labeling
• Beware of short shelf life (21-35 days); plan expedited customs to avoid expiration-related rejections