Viscose Process Cellulose Tubing for Dialysis Cartridges from China
Seamless tubing made from viscose process regenerated cellulose plastics, serving as blood flow conduits within artificial kidney dialysis cartridges. Imported by renal care hospitals for assembly into hemodialysis equipment prescribed for chronic kidney failure patients. Duty-free under 9810.00.85.00 due to specific medical apparatus designation.
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
• Submit physician prescription documentation or hospital IRB approval for patient home dialysis imports
• Include biocompatibility test certificates meeting ISO 10993 standards for artificial kidney applications
• Prevent duty assessment by avoiding commingling with non-medical cellulosic tubing shipments