Cellophane Sealing Membranes for Hemodialyzer Pots from Japan
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 — 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
• Provide detailed manufacturing protocols showing integration into artificial kidney dialyzer assembly
• Use bonded warehouse entry if immediate hospital delivery cannot be verified at import