Xylichew Sugar-Free Cough Lozenges from Japan
Xylitol-sweetened cough lozenges with honey-menthol for dry coughs, positioned as diabetic-friendly. HTS 2106.90.39.00 captures these as artificially sweetened cough drops per food prep hierarchy. Xylitol dominance confirms artificial status.
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
• Highlight xylitol dental benefits but avoid drug claims
• Comply with sugar alcohol labeling per FDA
• For sets with syrups, classify as kits potentially under 2106.90.99