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Stainless Steel Seamless Hypodermic Tubing 18 Gauge

Precision seamless stainless steel tubing in 18 gauge size for medical device manufacturing, with circular cross-section. Fits HTS 7304.49.0060 as other seamless stainless tubes not covered by precision or pressure-specific subheadings. Chapter wire note inapplicable due to thin but qualifying dimensions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9018.39.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported as finished hypodermic needles

Complete needles with points classify as medical instruments in Chapter 90.

7306.40Lower: 10% vs 35%

If welded version of same dimensions

Welded hypodermic tubing uses 7306.40, differentiated by manufacturing process.

7304.39.00Same rate: 35%

If non-stainless alloy steel equivalent

Same seamless specs but iron/other steel (not stainless) go to 7304.39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include ISO 10993 biocompatibility certs for med device uses during import filing

Distinguish from welded hypo tubing (7306.40) with destructive seam testing reports

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