Temporary Export Medical Device Gauges from Japan
Precision ground steel gauges custom-designed for quality control of catheters manufactured for export. These specialized measuring tools verify critical dimensions during production for international medical markets. HTS 9813.00.55 for temporary export production use.
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 export certificates matching gauge specifications to catheter models
• Maintain calibrated gauge logs with production and export shipment correlation
• Separate gauge storage areas preventing domestic production contamination