HS Code 3822
Diagnostic and Laboratory Reagents
HS code 3822 covers diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared reagents, including testing kits, excluding pharmaceutical diagnostics.
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HS Code 3822 — Diagnostic and Laboratory Reagents
This category covers chemicals and 'kits' used for medical testing and scientific analysis. It includes everything from pregnancy tests to COVID-19 swabs and specific calibration standards used in labs.
What's included
- Blood grouping reagents
- PCR testing kits
- pH indicator strips
- Certified reference materials
What's excluded
- Sterile surgical catgut → use
3006(Specific medical products listed in 3006 take precedence.) - Chemicals of Heading 28 or 29 → use
2901(Pure chemicals that are not 'prepared' or on a backing are in their respective chapters.)
Common examples
- Antigen rapid test kit
- Urine analysis test strips
- DNA extraction kits
- Glucose meter test strips
Frequently asked questions
Is a glucose monitor in this code?
No, the monitor (the device) is 9027, but the disposable test strips are 3822.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0%
- Documentation: Frequently exempt from duties under the Information Technology Agreement (ITA) or pharmaceutical trade agreements.
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: United States, Germany, China, South Korea
- Top importers: United States, Germany, China, Japan
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Key takeaway
The 'go-to' code for most professional and home-use diagnostic kits.
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