Seprafilm Adhesion Barrier from Germany
Seprafilm is a sterile, bioresorbable membrane composed of hyaluronate carboxymethylcellulose sodium and dextran, applied post-surgery to prevent peritoneal adhesions. Fully absorbed in 30 days. HTS 3006.10.01.00 includes sterile surgical adhesion barriers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Maintain 15-30°C storage with humidity control to preserve membrane integrity
• Provide in vitro degradation studies confirming barrier function for 7 days
• Handle as biohazardous material if containing residual manufacturing solvents