Vaseline Original Petroleum Jelly
Vaseline Original Petroleum Jelly is a pure, unscented petroleum jelly packaged in a 3.75 oz plastic tub for retail sale. It is used for moisturizing dry skin, protecting minor cuts, and preventing chafing, classified under heading 33.04 as a skin care preparation. It is not a medicament and is put up for retail sale.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
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 petroleum jelly is sold in bulk, not for retail skin care
Petroleum jelly in bulk is classified as a mineral product in Chapter 27.
If the product is for ostomy or incontinence care
Sibling item for specialized skin preparations.
If the product is labelled as a drug for healing wounds
Medicinal claims would classify it under Chapter 30.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is not labelled with medicinal claims, which could shift classification to Chapter 30
• Confirm the retail packaging is intact and labelled for skin care
• Provide the ingredient list to CBSA to demonstrate the petrolatum base
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