Monocryl Sterile Monofilament Suture from Japan
Monocryl is a synthetic monofilament absorbable suture made from poliglecaprone 25, ideal for subcuticular skin closure and soft tissue approximation. It undergoes gamma sterilization for single-use surgical applications. This product fits HTS 3006.10.01.00 due to its sterile, absorbable nature for wound closure.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure supplier provides Certificates of Analysis (CoA) confirming synthetic polymer composition and hydrolysis-based absorption
• Comply with ISO 10993 biocompatibility testing requirements for wound-contact devices during import declaration
• Avoid common pitfalls by separating sutures from needle combinations, which may require different surgical instrument classifications