Insulin Safety Syringe 1mL 31G from Japan
A 1mL insulin syringe with ultra-fine 31G x 5/16" fixed needle and safety shield to prevent needlestick injuries. Designed specifically for subcutaneous insulin injections in diabetic care. Falls under HTS 9018.31.00 as a medical syringe with needle per Chapter 90 notes for healthcare instruments.
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
• Comply with ISO 7886-3 for safety-engineered sharps; include needlestick prevention validation data
• Batch testing records for pyrogenicity and particulates required; use UDI labeling for traceability
• Differentiate from veterinary syringes in documentation to avoid duty disputes; specify human medical use