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Wooden Tongue Depressors Sterile

Sterile 6-inch wooden tongue depressors for medical examinations, directly under HTS 4421.99.60.00 as listed small wares of wood. Made from smooth poplar wood, individually wrapped for hygiene.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇲🇽Mexico5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇨🇦Canada5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇩🇪Germany5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇯🇵Japan5.1%+10.0%15.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9018.90.75Higher: 35% vs 15.1%

If

3006.92.00Lower: 10% vs 15.1%

If pre-packaged in first-aid kits

First-aid sets containing them fall under pharmaceutical articles in Chapter 30.

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 15.1%

If plastic depressor substitutes

Plastic versions classify as other plastic articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include FDA establishment registration and sterilization validation documents

Avoid medical device classification by not claiming diagnostic functions

Use heat-treated wood to meet ISPM 15 fumigation standards