Paper Surgical Drape from Japan
Sterile drape sheet from non-woven cellulose webs used to cover patients during procedures, classified as apparel accessory. HTS 4818.50.0080 covers such hospital articles of paper pulp or cellulose fibers as 'other'.
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
• Obtain FDA 510(k) clearance docs for sterile claims during customs entry
• Specify 'hospital use' to differentiate from household tablecloths under 4818.30