Rubber Enema Bulbs
Flexible squeeze bulbs made of vulcanized rubber used with tubing for pharmaceutical enemas and colon cleansing. Classified in HTS 4014.90.50.00 as pharmaceutical articles of soft vulcanized rubber.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If part of complete syringe or catheter assembly
Assembled medical instruments fall under Chapter 90 medical devices.
If used for non-pharmaceutical irrigation
Inflatable rubber articles for other uses go to 4016 other articles heading.
If constructed from flexible PVC plastic
Plastic equivalents classified as other plastic articles in Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FDA Class I device listing; ensure biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993
• Provide sterilization method validation; common issue is residual latex proteins
• Declare as medical device on entry to avoid reclassification as general rubber goods
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