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Tantalum Implant Wire

Fine tantalum wire for surgical implants and stents. HTS 8103.99.00.00 covers medical-grade drawn wire articles. Biocompatibility from high purity.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin Country	MFN Rate	Ch.99 Surcharges	Total Effective Rate
🇨🇳China	4.4%	—	4.4%
🇲🇽Mexico	4.4%	—	4.4%
🇨🇦Canada	4.4%	—	4.4%
🇩🇪Germany	4.4%	—	4.4%
🇯🇵Japan	4.4%	—	4.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

8103Same rate: 4.4%

If melt-spun unwrought

Unworked forms excluded from articles.

9018.19.95Higher: 37.5% vs 4.4%

If complete surgical implants

Finished medical instruments in Chapter 90.

3006.70.00.00Higher: 112.5% vs 4.4%

If pre-sterilized for direct implant

Pharmaceutical goods if prepared for medical use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• ISO 10993 biocompatibility not HTS factor; focus on form

• Gauge certification prevents wire/rod mix-up

• Sterile packaging doesn't change classification

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