COPAN FLOQSwab VTM from Japan
Proprietary viral transport medium paired with flocked swabs, containing antibiotics and buffers for superior viral release from nasal/oral samples. Classified in HTS 3821.00.0010 for its prepared media composition supporting virus stability.
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
• Register as medical device accessory if sold with swabs; provide viral inactivation validation data
• Watch for swab-media set classification issues