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U.S. imports of tubular metal needles & needles for sutures, parts & accessories (HS 901832) totaled $57.1M in April 2026, traded with 38 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataTubular metal needles — including hypodermic needle cannulas — and suture needles, along with their parts and accessories, all enter under a single tariff line (9018320000), reflecting the relatively narrow product scope of this heading compared to the broader syringe or catheter categories. Mexico leads US imports, with Japan and Singapore also significant sources, a pattern consistent with the concentration of precision needle manufacturing in countries with advanced metalworking capabilities. These products are regulated as medical devices by FDA CDRH, and suture needles in particular are often imported as components of finished suture assemblies, which may affect whether classification occurs here or under the finished suture heading. Gauge, bevel geometry, and material grade (stainless steel alloy) are the specification variables most relevant to procurement and quality compliance.
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Finished suture assemblies — needle and thread combined — are generally classified as sutures rather than as needles alone, and may fall under a different heading in Chapter 30 or Chapter 90 depending on the material and configuration. The needle-only heading (9018320000) applies when needles are imported separately as components or accessories. Importers of pre-assembled suture products should seek a binding ruling from CBP to confirm the correct classification.
For customs purposes, the key distinctions are whether the needle is tubular (hollow, for injection or aspiration) versus solid (for suturing), and whether it is imported as a finished device or as a part. For procurement, gauge (needle diameter per ISO or ASTM standards), bevel type, and stainless steel alloy grade are the primary specifications that affect both clinical performance and FDA device classification. Importers should ensure foreign manufacturers maintain ISO 13485 quality management certification as part of supplier qualification.
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