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Absorption-Controlled Catgut for Urology from Japan

Specially processed catgut with controlled absorption rates for urological procedures like vasectomy ligation. Classified HTS 4206.00.19 as other non-silk catgut articles. Tailored degradation profile for specific healing times.

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

Submit absorption rate test data to confirm catgut nature vs synthetic

Bulk import only; retail packaging risks reclass to pharma