Medical Device Sterilization Trays
US-manufactured stainless steel trays for surgical instruments, exported empty for specialized cleaning and refurbishment processes. Undergoes ultrasonic cleaning, passivation, and quality certification in US facilities. 9813.00.05.40 covers US-made articles for substantial processing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If finished stainless steel articles
Standard metal articles without repair processing documentation use Chapter 73.
If medical instrument parts not undergoing sterilization
Medical device components without specific processing use Chapter 90 provisions.
If US trays repaired abroad
Different treatment for US goods repaired overseas vs processed domestically.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include FDA registration and original manufacturing certificates with entries
• Maintain sterilization process logs for customs verification of processing completion
• Use temperature-controlled shipping to preserve tray condition during transit
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