Ricola Honey Lemon Cough Drops from Germany
Herbal hard candies with menthol, honey, and lemon for throat relief. Falls under HTS 1704.90.25.00 due to menthol content meeting the 5 mg per dose requirement for cough drops as sugar confectionery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit polarity tests if sugar content nears quota limits from Chapter 17 notes
• Ensure herbal ingredients don't trigger pesticide residue checks
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests further processing