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U.S. imports of first-aid boxes and kits (HS 300650) totaled $2.5M in April 2026, traded with 11 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPre-assembled first-aid kits classified under 3006500000 are commercially significant across workplace safety, consumer retail, and emergency-preparedness supply chains. China is the dominant supplier to the US market, with Mexico a secondary source. Because kits typically contain a mix of items โ bandages, antiseptics, medications, and devices โ FDA may assert jurisdiction over individual components, and CBP may require the kit to be classified as a set under GRI 3 rules if the contents span multiple headings. Importers should audit kit contents carefully, as inclusion of regulated drug or device components can trigger FDA admissibility review for the entire shipment.
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Under GRI 3(b), a retail set is classified by the component that gives the kit its essential character. CBP generally classifies pre-assembled first-aid kits under 3006500000 when the kit is put up for retail sale as a first-aid set. However, if a kit's dominant value or function lies in a specific component (e.g., a specialized device), reclassification under that component's heading may be warranted. A licensed customs broker can advise on the correct classification for a specific kit configuration.
Yes. OTC drug components within a kit โ such as antiseptic wipes, pain relievers, or antibiotic ointments โ are subject to FDA review. The foreign manufacturer of those drug components must be registered with FDA, and the products must comply with applicable OTC monograph or NDA requirements. Consult a licensed customs broker or regulatory counsel to confirm admissibility for kits with drug or device contents.
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