Veterinary Surgical Sterilizer from Germany
Autoclave designed for sterilizing veterinary surgical instruments and implants, with robust cycles for animal tissue residues. Still classified under HTS 8419.20.00.10 if marketed for surgical use, despite veterinary application, as medical/surgical scope includes procedural sterilization.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Declare as 'surgical use' not general animal care; check USDA import rules
• Pitfall: Vet-exclusive units potentially to lab or other