Johnson & Johnson All-Purpose Fabric Adhesive Strips
Johnson & Johnson All-Purpose Fabric Adhesive Strips are breathable fabric strips with a central pad coated in triple antibiotic ointment and pressure-sensitive adhesive for retail medical use. They are put up for retail sale and used for wound care. This product is classified under tariff item 3005.10.00 as an adhesive dressing with pharmaceutical coating.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the strips are not coated with antibiotic ointment
Plain adhesive strips without pharmaceutical coating are classified in subheading 3005.90.
If the product is a medicament containing antibiotics
Medicaments containing antibiotics, put up for retail sale, fall under heading 30.04.
If the strips are made of plastics and not impregnated
Plastic adhesive strips without pharmaceutical substances may be classified in Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the triple antibiotic ointment is clearly indicated on the packaging, as this supports classification under 3005.10.00
• Declare the retail presentation and intended medical use to the CBSA
• Check if the product meets Canadian labelling requirements for pharmaceutical products
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