Viral Transport Medium (VTM) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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