Cotton Surgical Towel from Japan

Sterile cotton towels designed for use in surgical procedures to absorb fluids and maintain a clean field. Classified under HTS 6307.90.89 as surgical towels made of cotton with pile or tufted construction for medical absorbency.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify cotton content exceeds 85% for accurate classification; provide lab test reports

• Include sterilization certificates and medical device registration if applicable

• Avoid misclassification as general towels (6302.60) by specifying surgical end-use