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Folded Sterile Laparotomy Sponge 4x8 Inch from Germany

Sterile 4x8 inch gauze sponge folded into a compact shape for efficient packing and deployment in laparotomy surgeries, coated with pharmaceutical absorbency enhancers. Sold in retail packs of 5 for medical facilities. Qualifies for HTS 3005.90.50.10 as a specialized, medicated surgical sponge.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Specify folding configuration in technical specs to differentiate from plain gauze during customs review

Avoid overpacking; retail quantities prevent shift to bulk textile headings