Surgical Dressing Waste from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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