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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%5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%5%
🇨🇦Canada5%5%
🇩🇪Germany5%5%
🇯🇵Japan5%5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3006.50.00.00Higher: 10% vs 5%

If first-aid kit component

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

9018.39.00Higher: 10% vs 5%

If integral to endoscope device

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

3214.90Higher: 13.25% vs 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