3827.12.00.00/Medical Sterilant HBFC Gas Mixture/Japan

Medical Sterilant HBFC Gas Mixture from Japan

HBFC-132b (CHBrFCH2F) gas blend with carrier gases for ethylene oxide alternative sterilization in medical device manufacturing. HTS 3827.12.00.00 classification due to HBFC as principal halogenated component. Used for heat-sensitive surgical instruments.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Provide FDA 510(k) clearance documentation linking sterilant to specific medical device production

• Comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 Process Safety Management for toxic gas imports

• Specify medical end-use on commercial invoice to qualify for potential essential-use exemption