Urethral Catheter 16 French from Japan
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.
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
• 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