Iodine-Impregnated Gauze Packing Strips

Flexible gauze strips coated with povidone-iodine antiseptic for wound packing and infection control in medical settings. Sold in retail sterile pouches. HTS 3005.90.50.90 for such impregnated articles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3005.90.10Same rate: 10%

If specifically adhesive plaster form

Povidone-iodine plasters have dedicated 3005.90.10 subheading.

2827.59Higher: 13.6% vs 10%

If bulk iodine chemical without gauze

Pure povidone-iodine preparations classify as Chapter 28 chemicals.

4818.90.00Higher: 17.5% vs 10%

If paper-based without pharma

Pharmaceutical-free impregnated paper goes to Chapter 48.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include iodine release profile testing to prove pharmaceutical functionality

Retail unit count must match invoice; bulk spools classify differently

Comply with TSCA for iodine compounds in import filings

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