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SMS Polypropylene Surgical Gown from Germany

SMS (spun-melt-spun) nonwoven polypropylene surgical gown with fluid barrier properties for OR use. Classified under HTS 6211.43.10.82 as women's man-made fiber apparel for surgical settings in hospitals, compliant with Chapter 62 made-up textile rules.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

16%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Test for AAMI Level 2-4 protection and include performance test reports

• Use HTS statistical suffix 659 accurately for apparel reporting

• Prevent misdeclaration as swimwear or track suits by specifying medical end-use