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Chromic Gut Suture from Japan

Chromic gut sutures are sterile, absorbable collagen sutures from purified bovine submucosa, treated with chromic salts for delayed absorption in 60-90 days. Used in urology and GI surgery. Covered by HTS 3006.10.01.00 as sterile absorbable surgical sutures.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Mandatory BSE/TSE risk assessment for all animal-derived collagen products

Document chromic salt concentration affecting 60-90 day absorption window

Twist configuration requires specific tensile strength verification