Non-Sterile Catgut Loops for Endoscopic Use from Germany
Pre-formed catgut loops from porcine intestines for endoscopic vessel ligation, supplied non-sterile for hospital sterilization. Under HTS 4206.00.19 as other catgut articles. Facilitates minimally invasive procedures.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Explicitly declare 'non-sterile, for hospital reprocessing' to stay in 4206
• Provide porcine traceability to address BSE/foot-and-mouth disease concerns
• Test loop tensile strength; common pitfall is breakage claims during inspection