Cellophane Sealing Membranes for Hemodialyzer Pots from Germany
Cellophane (regenerated cellulose) plastic membranes used to seal hemodialyzer potting compounds in artificial kidney machine production. Imported by hospital-affiliated dialysis centers for manufacturing custom dialyzers under physician supervision. Qualifies for 9810.00.85.00 duty exemption as cellulosic materials dedicated to kidney apparatus.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide detailed manufacturing protocols showing integration into artificial kidney dialyzer assembly
• Use bonded warehouse entry if immediate hospital delivery cannot be verified at import