3825.90.01.00/Surgical Dressing Waste/Germany

Surgical Dressing Waste from Germany

Used gauze, bandages, and dressings from operating rooms contaminated with blood and pharmaceuticals. Clinical waste per note 6(a), HTS 3825.90.0100 specifically includes soiled dressings from surgical procedures.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

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Import Tips

• Biohazard symbol and UN3291 marking required on outer packaging

• Incineration-only designation prevents recycling contamination

• Weight limits per package (<30kg) for air cargo infectious waste