Medical Device Sterilization Trays from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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