Sterile Laminaria Tents from Japan
Sterile laminaria tents are natural seaweed-derived dilators, dehydrated and packaged aseptically for gradual cervical dilation in obstetric procedures. They absorb moisture and expand safely over hours. Specifically listed in HTS 3006.10.01.00 as sterile laminaria tents.
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
• Document hygroscopic expansion characteristics (up to 10x original size) to verify medical dilator function
• Use EtO residual testing (<10 ppm) certificates for compliance with gynecological device standards
• Store in low-humidity conditions to prevent premature expansion during transit