Nexcare Waterproof Flexible Clear Adhesive Bandages
Nexcare Waterproof Flexible Clear Adhesive Bandages are clear, waterproof adhesive bandages with a non-stick pad coated in bacitracin ointment for infection prevention. They feature a strong adhesive layer for medical wound care and are packaged in retail boxes for surgical and home use. 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 bandages are not coated with bacitracin
Plain waterproof bandages 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 bandages are made of plastic and not medicated
Plastic bandages without pharmaceutical substances may be classified in Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the bacitracin ointment is listed on the product label to support classification under 3005.10.00
• Declare the retail packaging and medical use to the CBSA
• Verify that the product meets Canadian labelling and packaging regulations for medical devices
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