Plain Catgut Wound Dressings
Absorbable plain catgut strips for packing non-sterile wounds in field medicine. HTS 4206.00.19.30 for other catgut articles, excluding sterile surgical versions. Used in emergency kits for absorbency.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.9% | +10.0% | 13.9% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.9% | +10.0% | 13.9% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.9% | +10.0% | 13.9% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3.9% | +10.0% | 13.9% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3.9% | +10.0% | 13.9% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sterile adhesive dressings
Sterile wound dressings shift to pharmaceutical Chapter 30.
If processed as textile wadding
Wadding or felted gut could classify under Chapter 56 if textile-like.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify as dressing material, not device, unless sterile
• Include absorbency test data for customs verification
• Avoid medical device registration for non-sterile imports
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