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Retractable Surgical Skin Stapler from Japan

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 — 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 surgical staple size specifications and firing force validation in technical files

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