Stainless Steel Seamless Hypodermic Tubing 18 Gauge
Precision seamless stainless steel tubing (18 gauge, ~1mm OD) used in medical needles and instruments, with circular cross section. HTS 7304.49.00 applies to such 'other' seamless stainless pipes/tubes not further worked or for boilers. Thin wall and small diameter fit general industrial/medical hollow profiles.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cold-drawn or polished
Precision-drawn hypodermic tubing often qualifies as 'cold-drawn' under 7304.41.
If imported as finished needle component
Assembled medical needles classify under Chapter 90 medical instruments, not raw tubes.
If cross-sectional dimension ≤16mm and considered wire
Chapter note defines thin hollow 'wire' products under 7222 for stainless bars/rods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Pair with FDA 510(k) or biocompatibility certs; customs may require proof not for consumer drug delivery devices
• Distinguish from 'cold-drawn' via surface finish specs in invoice to stay in 7304.49
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