Viral Transport Medium (VTM) from Japan
Sterile VTM with Hanks' balanced salt solution, gelatin, and antibiotics for preserving clinical swab samples containing viruses like SARS-CoV-2 during transport. Borderline but classifies under HTS 3821.00.00 for virus maintenance media.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Apply UN 3373 'Biological Substance Category B' labeling strictly
• Include CDC/FDA emergency use validation if applicable
• Triple package per IATA for air shipment compliance