Medical Grade Silicone Rubber Thread from Germany

Vulcanized silicone rubber thread for surgical sutures and medical device elastic components. Silicone qualifies as synthetic rubber under chapter definitions when vulcanized, classified in 4007.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include biocompatibility certifications (ISO 10993) and sterilization records

Distinguish from plastic monofilaments in 3916 by vulcanization proof

Avoid classification as Chapter 90 surgical articles if sold as raw thread