Merkur Shaving Soap Stick
A soap stick for lathering in a mug, alcohol-free, designed for shaving. Although it contains soap, it is presented as a shaving preparation, and chapter note 1(b) excludes soap only if classified as soap; here it is a shaving prep under 3307.10.00.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as a general soap for bathing or washing
Soap products are excluded from chapter 33 by note 1(b).
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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 marketed as a shaving soap, not a general soap, to avoid reclassification
• Provide the product's packaging for CBSA inspection
• Verify the ingredient list for compliance with Canadian regulations
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