Silver-Impregnated Antimicrobial Gauze Bandages from Japan
Non-stick gauze pads coated with silver ions as pharmaceutical antimicrobial agent for burn and surgical wound care. Sold in retail sterile packs for medical purposes, fitting HTS 3005.90.50 as gauze impregnated with pharmaceutical substances. Prevents bacterial growth in wounds.
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
• Document silver concentration and antimicrobial efficacy studies for classification validation
• Comply with EPA antimicrobial registration if claiming pesticide properties alongside medical use
• Avoid bulk import declarations; emphasize retail medical packing to stay in Chapter 30