Polypropylene Flocked Medical Specimen Swabs from Japan
Polypropylene flock on flexible stems collects specimens with superior absorption, using man-made fibers under 5 mm for nasal/oral sampling. HTS 5601.22.00.50 applies to these non-plastic textile flocked swabs. Used in labs and clinics pre-packaged non-sterile.
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
• Separate sterile from non-sterile shipments; sterility triggers 3005 classification
• Test flock absorption/release properties if challenged, as this supports textile flock claim
• Ensure no rubber/plastic lamination on flock, per Chapter 56 notes excluding 5603