Bulk Twisted Catgut Precursor for Sutures from Canada
Partially twisted catgut strands from porcine intestines, for final sterilization and packaging as absorbable surgical sutures. HTS 4206.00.13.00 covers this as raw material imported explicitly for sterile suture manufacture, before sterile processing.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Document the manufacturing process flow showing pre-sterile import stage to justify classification
• Avoid retail packaging; use industrial drums to signal raw material status
• Comply with USDA/APHIS import permits for ruminant materials to prevent quarantine holds