French Foreign Legion Artificial Hip Joint
Custom titanium prosthetic hip replacement provided by French government to former French Foreign Legionnaire residing in US. Includes ceramic ball and socket components designed for high-activity military veterans. Covered under 9809.00.50 for government-furnished prosthetics to ex-servicemen.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If privately obtained
Standard artificial joints without government military connection classify in Chapter 90
If US-origin components repaired abroad
US goods returned after repair use different drawback provisions
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Import Tips & Compliance
• French government certificate of provision required; Proof of Foreign Legion service and US residency; Orthopedic surgeon prescription verifying medical necessity
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