Folded Sterile Laparotomy Sponge 4x8 Inch from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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