Silver-Impregnated Antimicrobial Gauze Bandages from Japan
Non-stick gauze pads coated with silver ions as antimicrobial pharmaceutical agent to prevent infection in burns and wounds. Retail packaged in sterile envelopes for medical and veterinary use. HTS 3005.90.50.90 covers such pharma-impregnated bandages.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide silver ion concentration assays; EPA/FDA overlap scrutiny for antimicrobial claims
• Avoid bulk packaging declarations—must show retail-ready form for Chapter 30 eligibility
• Include veterinary use labeling if dual-purpose to broaden market without reclassification