Veterinary Surgical Gloves from Japan
Heavy-duty latex gloves for veterinary surgery on large animals. Though veterinary-specific, rubber construction for surgical procedures fits HTS 4015.12.10 medical classification.
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
• Vet gloves often dual-use; confirm medical vs pure veterinary marketing
• Thicker gauge requires puncture resistance certification
• Animal use may affect biocompatibility testing requirements