Glass Cleaner Wipes Impregnated
Pre-moistened nonwoven wipes coated with a glass cleaning preparation containing surface-active agents and ammonia. They qualify under tariff item 3405.90.00 as impregnated preparations for glass, excluding wax forms.
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% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wipes are specifically for coachwork (vehicle surfaces) rather than glass
Coachwork polishes are classified under 3405.30.
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 wipes are classified as impregnated with a polish or cream, not as simple cleaning wipes, which may fall elsewhere
• Verify the preparation does not contain wax, as that would reclassify under 3404
• Check Canadian regulations for pre-moistened wipes, including labeling and disposal requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 3405.90.00
Aluminum Wheel Polish Aerosol
An aerosol polish designed for cleaning and shining aluminum alloy wheels, formulated to remove brake dust and road grime. It contains mild abrasives and surface-active agents but no wax, placing it under tariff item 3405.90.00 as a metal polish preparation.
Automotive Interior Plastic Polish
A non-wax polish formulated for cleaning and protecting automotive interior plastic surfaces, such as dashboards and trim. It contains emulsified agents that restore shine without leaving a waxy residue. This product falls under tariff item 3405.90.00 as an 'other' polish preparation.
Brass Metal Polish Cream
A creamy polish specifically for brass surfaces, containing mild abrasives and surface-active agents to remove tarnish without scratching. It is not a wax and does not contain petroleum oils, so it qualifies as a metal polish under tariff item 3405.90.00.
Car Metal Polish Compound
A polishing compound for car chrome and aluminum parts, using lubricants and mild abrasives to achieve a high shine. It excludes petroleum oils and waxes, making it a metal polish under tariff item 3405.90.00.
Ceramic Tile Scouring Cream
A creamy scouring preparation for ceramic tiles and bathroom surfaces, featuring biodegradable abrasives. It is not in bar or cake form and does not contain soap, so it falls under tariff item 3405.90.00 as a scouring preparation.
Floor Cleaning Scouring Powder
A powdered scouring preparation with abrasives for scrubbing tile and floor surfaces. It is not molded into bars or cakes, so it remains in heading 3405 per chapter note 2. It lacks soap solubility, distinguishing it from soap products, and fits tariff item 3405.90.00.