Medical Tape Cutting Shears from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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