Medical Grade HMWPE Resin MG-1480 for Orthopedic Devices from Japan
MG-1480 HMWPE resin with relative viscosity 1.52, specific gravity 0.928, sterilized primary pellets for orthopedic implant production. Classified 3901.10.1000 as high-viscosity polyethylene meeting Chapter 39 primary polymer definitions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include FDA registration if for medical devices; provide biocompatibility certificates; segregate medical grade from industrial to preserve purity claims