Veterinary Catgut Ligatures from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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