About HS Code 300610
This HS code covers a range of critical sterile pharmaceutical goods essential for surgical and dental procedures, including surgical catgut, suture materials, tissue adhesives, laminaria, absorbable haemostatics, and surgical adhesion barriers. The international trade in these high-value medical consumables is dominated by specialized medical device manufacturers, supplying hospitals, clinics, and dental practices globally. Key aspects include material biocompatibility, guaranteed sterility, specific mechanical properties (e.g., tensile strength for sutures), and absorption rates. Strict regulatory compliance, such as FDA and CE marking, is paramount. The market is driven by the volume of surgical procedures, advancements in minimally invasive techniques, and the continuous demand for safer and more effective medical interventions to improve patient outcomes.
Products Under This Code
Absorbable sutures (e.g., Vicryl, PDS), Non-absorbable sutures (e.g., Nylon, Prolene), Surgical tissue adhesives, Absorbable haemostatic agents (e.g., gelatin sponges), Surgical adhesion barriers, Dental sutures, Sterile surgical catgut
Real World Examples
Ethicon Vicryl Suture, Covidien Surgipro Suture, Dermabond Topical Skin Adhesive, Gelfoam Absorbable Gelatin Sponge, Seprafilm Adhesion Barrier
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 9018 (instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences) if the item is perceived as a tool rather than a consumable, or 300590 if not clearly identified as a specialized surgical material.
Products Classified Under 3006.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
The USA, Germany, and Japan are major importers due to high surgical volumes, while the USA, Germany, and Ireland are prominent exporters of these high-value medical consumables.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 300610?
HS code 300610 covers: Pharmaceutical goods; sterile surgical catgut, suture materials, tissue adhesives, laminaria, laminaria tents, absorbable surgical or dental haemostatics, and surgical or dental adhesion barriers. This HS code covers a range of critical sterile pharmaceutical goods essential for surgical and dental procedures, including surgical catgut, suture materials, tissue adhesives, laminaria, absorbable haemostatics, and surgical adhesion barriers. The international trade in these high-value medical consumables is dominated by specialized medical device manufacturers, supplying hospitals, clinics, and dental practices globally. Key aspects include material biocompatibility, guaranteed sterility, specific mechanical properties (e.g., tensile strength for sutures), and absorption rates. Strict regulatory compliance, such as FDA and CE marking, is paramount. The market is driven by the volume of surgical procedures, advancements in minimally invasive techniques, and the continuous demand for safer and more effective medical interventions to improve patient outcomes.
What products fall under HS code 300610?
Absorbable sutures (e.g., Vicryl, PDS), Non-absorbable sutures (e.g., Nylon, Prolene), Surgical tissue adhesives, Absorbable haemostatic agents (e.g., gelatin sponges), Surgical adhesion barriers, Dental sutures, Sterile surgical catgut
What are common misclassifications for HS code 300610?
Can be confused with 9018 (instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences) if the item is perceived as a tool rather than a consumable, or 300590 if not clearly identified as a specialized surgical material.
How is HS code 300610 structured?
HS code 300610 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (30) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.