Nelaton Straight Rubber Catheter from Germany
A rigid-tip rubber catheter for short-term urinary catheterization in hospitals, named after inventor F.A. Nelaton. Classified in HTS 9018.39.0020 as a rubber-based medical catheter for surgical and diagnostic use. Typically available in various lengths and gauges for adult/pediatric patients.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include Certificate to Foreign Government (CFG) for sterilization and verify USP Class VI compliance for rubber
• Use ISF filings early for medical devices to prevent holds; specify 'sterile rubber catheter' in manifests