Chromic Catgut Ties for Tissue Approximation from Japan
Chromic-treated catgut ties from animal intestines, lightly tanned for slower absorption in soft tissue approximation during surgery. Classified in HTS 4206.00.19 as other catgut, excluding sterile packaged versions. Enhances handling and knot security.
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
• Document chromium tanning process to confirm not fully sterile, preventing shift to 3006
• Import in bulk spools; label gauge sizes (e.g
• USP 2-0) for accurate duty assessment