Iodine-Impregnated Gauze Poultices

Gauze pads saturated with povidone-iodine pharmaceutical antiseptic for wound cleaning and infection prevention. Packaged in retail sterile envelopes for medical and veterinary use, under HTS 3005.90.50 as impregnated poultices. Standard for surgical prep.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

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

2815.12.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If pure povidone-iodine solution imported separately

Unmixed chemical preparations of iodine are classified in Chapter 28 inorganic chemicals.

3808.94.50Higher: 30% vs 10%

If for pesticide-disinfectant applications outside medical retail

Antiseptic products primarily for disinfection, not medical dressings, go to Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide iodine release assays to prove pharmaceutical activity for classification

β€’ Veterinary versions need AVMA-compliant labeling if dual-use

β€’ Declare exact iodine content to avoid hazmat shipping classifications

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