Veterinary Catgut Ligatures from Japan
Non-sterile catgut ligatures used in animal surgery for tying vessels or tissues. HTS 4206.00.19.30 applies to these gut articles of catgut for veterinary non-sterile use. Differs from human medical sterile sutures.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Secure APHIS import permit for animal surgery materials
• Label 'veterinary use only' to distinguish from human medical goods
• Test for sterility claims that could trigger reclassification