Purified Bovine Catgut for Suture Processing from Japan
Purified catgut from bovine intestines, imported in bulk for twisting, polishing, and sterilization into surgical sutures. Classified under HTS 4206.00.13.00 due to its explicit end-use in sterile surgical suture manufacturing, as per chapter exclusions for finished sterile products.
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
• Submit affidavits or contracts from U.S. suture manufacturers confirming intended use to secure this specific tariff treatment
• Package in industrial bulk (not retail) to avoid scrutiny as finished goods; label clearly as 'For Suture Manufacture Only'
• Monitor FDA import alerts for animal products and prepare veterinary certificates to clear customs efficiently