Polyester Surgical Suture Monofilament

Sterile polyester monofilament for medical sutures, 67+ decitex, <1 mm cross-section for wound closure. Classified under HTS 5404.19.80.40 as bulk polyester monofilament prior to final processing. High tensile strength for surgical use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.9%+35.0%41.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇨🇦Canada6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇩🇪Germany6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇯🇵Japan6.9%+10.0%16.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

3006.10.01.00Lower: 10% vs 41.9%

If sterile, finished suture products

Packaged sterile sutures are pharmaceutical goods in 3006.

5402.32Lower: 18% vs 41.9%

If finer medical filaments

Sub-67 decitex monofilaments classify as yarns.

9018.90.75Lower: 35% vs 41.9%

If assembled with needles

Suture kits with needles become surgical instrument parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain FDA 510(k) clearance docs; bulk monofil may need separate import filing

Certify biocompatibility and decitex to maintain 5404 classification

Avoid pre-needling; finished sutures shift to medical device codes

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