Malaria Rapid Diagnostic Test Kit (RDT) - CareStart from Canada
The CareStart Malaria RDT is a prepared diagnostic reagent kit containing antigens for Plasmodium falciparum HRP-2 and lactate dehydrogenase (pLDH), designed specifically for rapid malaria detection via lateral flow immunoassay on a backing. It falls under HTS 3822.11.0000 as a diagnostic reagent for malaria, put up in kit form for point-of-care testing in endemic areas.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA 510(k) clearance or Emergency Use Authorization for diagnostic kits; ensure reagents are stable under WHO prequalification standards; declare exact antigen targets (HRP-2/pLDH) to avoid misclassification