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Medical-Grade Titanium Sponge from Japan

Ultra-pure titanium sponge for implant manufacturing, compliant with ISO 5832-2 standards featuring low cytotoxic elements. HTS 8108.20.0010 covers this unwrought sponge form used to produce biocompatible titanium alloys for prosthetics and surgical devices.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

15%

Import Tips

Include biocompatibility test results and purity certificates; FDA registration may be required for medical device manufacturers

Package in inert atmosphere to maintain low bioburden; mislabeling as industrial grade triggers reclassification

Avoid classifying consolidated sponge (EBM-formed) under this code—use parts headings instead