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Medical Tape Cutting Shears from Germany

Small, inexpensive shears for cutting medical tape and bandages in first-aid kits, under $1.75/dozen. HTS 8213.00.30.00 applies as similar shears with base metal parts for healthcare utility. Low-value design suits bulk medical supply imports.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• If sterile, note on entry; may require FDA registration despite low value

• Avoid 'surgical' labeling to prevent shift to higher-duty medical instruments

• Bundle documentation with first-aid kit manifests if imported assembled