Urethral Catheter 16 French
A sterile latex or silicone catheter used for urinary drainage in surgical and medical settings, sized 16 French for adult use. Classified under HTS 9018.39.0050 as other catheters for medical/surgical sciences, distinct from cannulae or needles.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If Foley-style with retention balloon
Indwelling catheters with balloons have specific subheading under other medical tubes.
If imported as plain rubber tubing without fittings
Unfitted rubber tubes revert to Chapter 40 as tubes/pipes, not medical appliances.
If marketed solely as veterinary urinary catheter
Pure veterinary appliances classify under dedicated veterinary subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• FDA listing required; provide lot traceability for recalls
• Specify single-use and French size in invoices to match statistical suffix
• Avoid bulk packaging claims; retail sterile packs classify differently from wholesale
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