Veterinary Clinic Waste from Germany
Contaminated absorbent pads, gloves, and syringes from animal hospitals containing antibiotics and biologicals. Clinical waste per chapter note 6(a) covering veterinary procedures, classified HTS 3825.90.0100.
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%
Import Tips
• USDA VS Form 17-29 required for veterinary biological waste
• Autoclave treatment records verify pathogen inactivation
• Segregate large animal vs small animal waste streams