Hydrogel Adhesive Wound Pad with Lidocaine from Mexico
An adhesive wound dressing featuring a hydrogel matrix impregnated with lidocaine for pain relief and moist wound healing. It qualifies for HTS 3005.10.10.00 due to its adhesive layer and pharmaceutical analgesic coating for medical retail sale.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document lidocaine concentration to prove pharmaceutical status; avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from plain hydrogel under Chapter 39 plastics
• Require batch certificates for controlled substance traces if applicable
• Package for individual retail to prevent bulk reclassification