High-Sugar Placebo Gummy for Pediatric Asthma Study
Chewable placebo gummies with over 10% sugar by dry weight, packaged in measured doses for double-blinded pediatric asthma inhaler trials. The gummies mimic active treatments without therapeutic ingredients and are part of a recognized clinical trial kit. This product falls under tariff item 3006.93.20 as a sugar-based placebo.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the gummies contain other food bases
Other food-based placebos are classified separately.
If the sugar content is not the primary characteristic
Residual code for placebos not fitting specific food categories.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the sugar content by dry weight and ensure it exceeds 10% for classification under 3006.93.20
• Provide evidence of the recognized clinical trial and measured-dose packaging to CBSA
• Keep ingredient specifications and batch records available for inspection
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