Cold-Rolled Medical Blade Steel Strip from Mexico
Thin precision cold-rolled low-carbon steel strip (<0.25 mm thick, narrow width) for disposable surgical scalpel and biopsy blades. HTS 7211.23.4500 due to nonalloy composition, exact cold-rolled specs without further processing. Provides sharpness and sterility compatibility.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Cross-reference with FDA medical device regulations for complete import compliance
• Bioburden and sterility testing certificates enhance Customs processing
• Distinguish from razor blade steel; medical uses don't require Note (d) certification