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Retractable Surgical Skin Stapler from China

A disposable device for closing surgical incisions with titanium staples, featuring a retractable mechanism for safe staple deployment. Used in general surgery for wound closure. Falls under HTS 9018.90.80.00 as other surgical appliances.

Duty Rate — China → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include surgical staple size specifications and firing force validation in technical files

• Ensure titanium staple material certificates; stainless steel variants may require different classification