Nelaton Straight Rubber Catheter from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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