Ricola Honey Lemon Cough Drops from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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