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Proctoscope Lubricant Gel

Sterile, viscous gel designed to ease insertion of proctoscopes during colorectal exams. Classified in HTS 3006.70 as a medical lubricant for surgical or examination instruments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+12.5%17.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3006.50.00.00Lower: 12.5% vs 17.5%

If first-aid kit component

Assembled into kits per note 6(g), moves to 3006.50 subheading.

9018.39.00Lower: 12.5% vs 17.5%

If integral to endoscope device

Pre-filled instrument parts classified with medical devices in Chapter 90.

3214.90Lower: 15.75% vs 17.5%

If non-medical dental analog

Dental gels may go to Chapter 32 if not fitting surgical/exam note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Require endoscope-compatibility specs in import docs

Avoid mixing with opacifying agents to prevent 3006 note 6(d) shift

Document single-use packets for compliance