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Wooden Tongue Depressors Sterile from Japan

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.

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

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